The prayer life does not consist of perpetual repetition of petitions. The prayer life consists of life that is always upward and onward and Godward
G. Campbell MorganRead
Those who wait for God are pilgrim souls that have no tie that will hold them when the definite command is issued; no prejudices that will paralyze their effort when in some strange coming of the light they are commanded to take a pathway entirely different to that which was theirs before; having no interests either temporal or eternal, either material or mental or spiritual, that will conflict with the will of God when that will is made known.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of being open to divine guidance and change without being hindered by attachments or biases.
G. Campbell Morgan's quote suggests that true pilgrims, or seekers of spiritual truth, remain unencumbered by worldly attachments or preconceived notions. They are ready to follow God's call without hesitation, remaining flexible in their beliefs and commitments. This state of readiness allows them to embrace a transformative path, undeterred by previous life experiences or current priorities, thereby achieving spiritual growth and alignment with a higher purpose.
Themes
FaithGuidanceChangeSpiritualityPilgrimage
In practice
Example use cases
During a sermon, a pastor may use this quote to encourage congregants to embrace God's calling.
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