--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Now I see that God prefers to work…" description: "\"Now I see that God prefers to work through intermediaries - Mary and the saints. . . He wants us to pray through Mary and not only directly.\" — Peter K..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a57/peter-kreeft-820_mary_now-i-see-that-god-prefers-to-work-throu_1241421.png" --- # Now I see that God prefers to work through intermediaries… ![“Now I see that God prefers to work through intermediaries - Mary and the saints. . . He wants us to pray through Mary and not only directly.” quote by Peter Kreeft](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a57/peter-kreeft-820_mary_now-i-see-that-god-prefers-to-work-throu_1241421.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a57/peter-kreeft-820_mary_now-i-see-that-god-prefers-to-work-throu_1241421.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a57/peter-kreeft-820_mary_now-i-see-that-god-prefers-to-work-throu_1241421.png) > “Now I see that God prefers to work through intermediaries - Mary and the saints. . . He wants us to pray through Mary and not only directly.” [Peter Kreeft](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/peter-kreeft/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Divine intercession works through holy figures, suggesting prayer through them aligns with God's preferred mediation. **In simple terms:** God works through saints; pray via Mary. Key Takeaway Consider intercessory prayer as a spiritual conduit. Themes faith intercession mediation spiritual hierarchy Mood reverent thoughtful Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - personal prayer - church liturgy - spiritual counseling - religious education Key Concepts Catholic theology prayer practice saintly intercession Questions to Reflect On - Do you feel closer praying directly or through saints? - What role do intermediaries play in your faith? 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