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When we pray to God we must be seeking nothing - nothing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prayer should be selfless, seeking nothing in return.
This quote emphasizes the importance of selflessness in prayer, suggesting that true communication with God should not involve asking for personal gain or favors. Instead, it advocates for an attitude of humility and surrender, where one seeks a connection to the divine without ulterior motives.
Themes
PrayerSelflessnessHumilityFaithSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about selflessness, the pastor referenced this quote to encourage the congregation to pray without seeking personal gains.
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