Quote by Henri Nouwen

Prayer is first of all listening to God. It's openness. God is always speaking; he's always doing something. Prayer is to enter into that activity. ... Convert your thoughts into prayer. As we are involved in unceasing thinking, so we are called to unceasing prayer. The difference is not that prayer is thinking about other things, but that prayer is thinking in dialogue, ... a conversation with God.

Prayer is first of all listening to God. It's openness. God

Summary

This quote emphasizes that prayer is not simply a one-way communication where we speak to God, but it is also about actively listening and being open to what God is saying and doing. Prayer requires us to convert our constant thoughts into a continuous conversation with God. It is not just about thinking about various topics but engaging in a dialogue with God, where we seek His guidance, wisdom, and presence. Through prayer, we enter into God's activity and cultivate a deeper relationship with Him.

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By Henri Nouwen

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