Grace of god Quote by William Kent Krueger
““He was a man with a son who stuttered and another probably on his way to becoming a juvenile delinquent and a daughter with a harelip who sneaked in at night from God knew where and a wife who resented his profession. Yet I knew it was not for himself or for any of us that he was praying. More likely it was for the parents of Bobby Cole. And for Gus. And probably for an asshole named Morris Engdahl. Praying on their behalf. Praying I suppose for the awful grace of God. 2 She wore a white terry-cloth robe and her feet were bare.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Last Stand” by William Kent Krueger, 2018
A man prays for many troubled souls, showing compassion beyond self‑interest, despite personal hardships.
In simple terms: He prays for others despite his own struggles.
Key Takeaway
Pray for others, not yourself.
Themes
compassion
faith
family
struggle
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
narrative
spiritual
When to use this quote
- family crisis
- community support
- personal hardship
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
prayer
self‑sacrifice
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Who do you pray for in your life?
- Can compassion exist without personal cost?
A Different Perspective
Prayer may not change outcomes.
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