Arrows Quote by Thomas Watson
“Prayer as it comes from the saint is weak and languid; but when the arrow of a saint's prayer is put into the bow of Christ's intercession it pierces the throne of grace.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1690
A saint's prayer alone is weak, but combined with Christ's intercession it becomes powerful and effective.
In simple terms: Saints need Christ's help for strong prayer.
Key Takeaway
Rely on Christ's intercession.
Themes
faith
prayer
spiritual power
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal devotion
- church worship
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
intercession
grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you align your prayers with Christ's intercession?
- What does 'piercing the throne of grace' mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal effort in prayer.
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