We look upon prayer simply as a means of getting things for ourselves, but the biblical purpose of prayer is that we may get to know God Himself. — Oswald Chambers
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Tomorrow I plan to work, work, from early until late. In fact I have so much to do that I shall spend the first three hours in prayer. — Martin Luther
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Prayer is beyond highest activity
Prayer is beyond any question the highest activity of the human soul. Man is at his greatest and highest when upon his knees he comes face to face with God. — Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Nearer than our own soul
We need never shout across the spaces to an absent God. He is nearer than our own soul, closer than our most secret thoughts. — A.W. Tozer
Laying hold of His willingness
Prayer is not overcoming God’s reluctance, but laying hold of His willingness. — Martin Luther
The measure of prayer
The measure of our prayer is the measure of our power. – Andrew Murray
