Crutches Quote by Phillips Brooks
“Pray the largest prayers.pray not for crutches but for wings.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Religious preaching, unspecified source
Prayer should seek empowerment and transformation rather than dependence on shortcuts
In simple terms: Ask for strength, not crutches
Key Takeaway
Seek empowerment through faith
Themes
faith
prayer
aspiration
spiritual growth
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- career challenges
- health recovery
- creative endeavors
Key Concepts
Divine empowerment
self‑transcendence
spiritual resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “wings” symbolize for you?
- When is reliance on “crutches” appropriate?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate practical preparation needed
