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Be still, and know that I am God.
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Psalm 46:10 |
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Prayer is the longing for God, love to deep for words,
a gift not given by man, but by God’s grace.
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St. John Chrysostom, 4th century
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Lord, let my prayer come before you. |
Psalm 88:2 |
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The most powerful and acceptable prayer
is the prayer that brings the best effects,
those followed by actions.
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St. Teresa of Avila, 16th century
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Ask, and you will receive. |
Jesus; John 16:24 |
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God is so full of mercy and compassion
that whatever may be the grace
for which we stretch out our hands,
we shall not fail to receive it.
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St. Bernard of Clairvaux, 12th century
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Devote yourselves to prayer. |
Colossians 4:2 |
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Prayer is a mine never exhausted,
a sky unobstructed by clouds,
a haven unruffled by storms,
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St. John Chrysostom, 4th century
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May the Lord direct your heart. |
2 Thessalonians 3:5 |
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Prayer fills us with light, strength, and consolation.
It gives us a foretaste of the calm bliss of our heavenly home.
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St. Rose of Viterbo, 13th century
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O Lord, hear my prayer.
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Psalm 102:2 |
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Prayer is a secure anchor for those in danger of shipwreck.
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St. Alphonse Liguori, 18th century
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Draw near to God
and he will draw near to you. |
James 4:8 |
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Prayer is an aspiration of the heart,
a simple glance directed to heaven,
a cry of gratitude and love in the midst of trial
as well as joy.
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St. Therese of Lisieux, 19th century
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Continue steadfastly in prayer. |
Colossians 4:2 |
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Let us not grow tired of prayer.
Confidence works miracles.
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St. Therese of Lisieux, 19th century
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