Prayer is the greatest power God has put into our hands for service - praying is harder than doing, at least I find it so, but the dynamic lies that way to advance the Kingdom.
Mary SlessorRead
Lord, the task is impossible for me but not for Thee. Lead the way and I will follow.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes that while tasks may seem daunting or impossible for individuals, they can be accomplished with faith and guidance from a higher power.
Mary Slessor's quote reflects the belief that personal limitations can be overcome through divine assistance. It highlights the importance of acknowledging one's own weaknesses in the face of seemingly impossible challenges, while also expressing a willingness to seek guidance and follow a path laid out by a higher power. This attitude fosters both humility and courage, recognizing that strength can come from faith and the support of forces beyond oneself.
Themes
FaithGuidanceCourageHumilityStrength
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech to inspire community service.
More from Mary Slessor
All quotes →My life is one long daily, hourly record of answered prayer. For physical health, for mental overstrain, for guidance given marvelously, for errors and dangers averted, for enmity to the Gospel subdued, for food provided at the exact hour needed, for everything that goes to make up life and my poor service. I can testify, with a full and often wonder-stricken awe, that I believe God answers prayer.
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Oh Lord, I thank Thee that I can bring these people Thy Word. But Lord, there are other villages back in the jungle where no white man has gone. They need Jesus, too. Help me reach them!
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