Children Quote by Richard J. Foster
“Jesus reminds us that prayer is a little like children coming to their parents. Our children come to us with the craziest requests at times! Often we are grieved by the meanness and selfishness in their requests, but we would be all the more grieved if they never came to us even with their meanness and selfishness. We are simply glad that they do come--mixed motives and all.”
About This Quote
Prayer is likened to children pleading to parents, showing divine patience despite selfish requests.
In simple terms: Prayer is like a child’s plea.
Key Takeaway
Embrace patient listening.
Themes
faith
patience
divine love
Mood
reflective
compassionate
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- pastoral care
Key Concepts
spiritual discipline
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle selfish prayers?
- What does patient listening teach you?
A Different Perspective
Human selfishness can be off‑putting.
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