As humans, we have the tendency to call on God only when we think that we're in dire straits as opposed to cultivating a real relationship with Him every day. And that's what my music tries to convey to all the listeners - try to cultivate it every day.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of seeking a daily relationship with God rather than only calling on Him in times of trouble.
Yolanda Adams highlights a common human tendency to reach out to God only during crises, suggesting that instead, individuals should strive to develop a consistent and meaningful relationship with Him. Her music aims to inspire listeners to cultivate their spirituality daily, underscoring the idea that a strong faith can provide support and guidance throughout life, not just in moments of desperation.
In practice
In a sermon about the importance of faith, one might quote this to encourage daily spiritual practices.
You don't just become number one because you sing like everybody else. There is something different you bring to the table. Make sure you are constantly getting into the newest technologies. Learn the history of what you do, and always respect the ones who came before you.
How often I failed in my duty to God, because I was not leaning on the strong pillar of prayer.
You pray best when the mirror of your soul is empty of every image except the Image of the Invisible Father.
It is a tremendous freedom to get rid of all self-considerat ion and learn to care about only one thing-the relationship between Christ and ourselves.
Maybe I was praying for him then, in my own way. Does God have a set way of prayer, a way that He expects each of us to follow? I doubt it. I believe some people-- lots of people-- pray through the witness of their lives, through the work they do, the friendships they have, the love they offer people and receive from people. Since when are words the only acceptable form of prayer?
In the silence of the heart God speaks. If you face God in prayer and silence, God will speak to you. Then you will know that you are nothing. It is only when you realize your nothingness, your emptiness, that God can fill you with Himself. Souls of prayer are souls of great silence.
Praise is the 'breath' which gives us life, because it is intimacy with God, an intimacy that grows through daily praise.
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