Quote by Jonathan Edwards

Sincere friendship towards God, in all who believe him to be properly an intelligent, willing being, does most apparently, directly, and strongly incline to prayer and it no less disposes the heart strongly to desire to have our infinitely glorious.

Sincere friendship towards God, in all who believe him to be

Summary

This quote suggests that true friendship with God, where one recognizes Him as an intelligent and willing being, naturally leads to a strong inclination towards prayer. It explains that sincere friendship with God instills a deep desire in the heart to connect with and experience the immense glory of God. In other words, acknowledging and believing in God's existence and attributes naturally evokes a longing to communicate and be in His divine presence.

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Friendship

By Jonathan Edwards

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