Bible Quote by Robert D. Hales
“When we want to speak to God, we pray. And when we want Him to speak to us, we search the scriptures.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, 2010
Prayer is the human act of reaching out to the divine, while scripture study is the method of listening for divine guidance.
In simple terms: We pray to talk to God; we read to hear God.
Key Takeaway
Balance speaking and listening in faith.
Themes
faith
communication
spiritual practice
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
spiritual
instructional
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church meetings
- daily meditation
- theological study
Key Concepts
prayer
scripture study
revelation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when to pray versus when to read?
- What does listening to God look like?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal insight if over‑relying on texts.
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