Quote by Lloyd Jones, Primatial Pastoral
Prayer is the best test of an individual, and it is also the best test of a church. A church can be flourishing: She can be successful in terms of organizations, she can be tremendously active and appear to be prosperous, but if you want to know whether she is a real church or not, examine the amount of prayer that takes place.
Summary
This quote emphasizes the importance of prayer as a reflection of both individual faith and the true essence of a church. It suggests that the act of prayer serves as a vital test to determine the sincerity and authenticity of a person's faith and the effectiveness of a church. While external factors like organizational accomplishments and activity can give the illusion of prosperity, true spirituality and the strength of a church can only be measured by the depth and consistency of prayer.