Quote by Charles Simeon

You often feel that your prayers scarcely reach the ceiling but, oh, get into this humble spirit by considering how good the Lord is, and how evil you all are, and then prayer will mount on wings of faith to heaven.

You often feel that your prayers scarcely reach the ceiling

Summary

This quote suggests that sometimes we may doubt the effectiveness of our prayers, feeling as if they don't go beyond the ceiling. However, it advises that we should adopt a humble spirit and reflect on the goodness of the Lord and our own shortcomings. By doing so, our prayers will be filled with faith and soar to heaven. The quote encourages us to recognize our need for divine intervention and to approach prayer with humility and faith in order to have a deeper, more meaningful connection with the divine.

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By Charles Simeon

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