Desire Quote by Richard J. Foster
“Prayer involves transformed passions. In prayer, real prayer, we begin to think God's thoughts after Him: to desire the things He desires, to love the things He loves, to will the things He wills.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster, 1978
Prayer transforms desires to align with divine will, fostering spiritual growth.
In simple terms: Prayer reshapes your heart to match God's.
Key Takeaway
Seek to desire what God desires.
Themes
spirituality
transformation
discipline
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
inspirational
theological
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- group worship
- meditative practice
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology
inner change
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires have you surrendered in prayer?
- How does this alignment affect your daily choices?
A Different Perspective
Aligning desires may conflict with personal ambitions.
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