Prayer is not a ladder we build to the heavens; rather, as Dietrich Bonhoeffer put it, prayer is God’s work in us. When we do not turn away from God in times of distress or confusion, I believe it is also an indication that God has not turned away from us. When a person prays or just looks longingly in a heavenward direction, even though she may feel abandoned, her prayer is an indication of God’s ongoing presence.
The Listening Life by Adam S. McHugh
encouragement by the fireside
This is a beautiful reminder that we need to walk in His presence continuously — especially when things get rough.
Thank you! And they are rough right now.
So true! Well said. Prayer is a powerful tool and much needed right now! Thanks for sharing!
You are welcome! My blog as been part of my sanity in the last few months. Thanks for commenting! Blessings!
Mine too! There has been so much good coming from this trying time. I resurrected my very old blog of 9 years. So encouraging to find others like yourself writing from the heart. Blessings to you!