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  PRAYER
  by W.R. Inge
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Summary: Prayer is a means of connecting with God and promoting personal
growth, honouring God's will and glory.

Topics: "Effective Prayer", "Spiritual Growth"
Scripture References: James 4:3

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W.R. Inge emphasizes the power of sincere and fervent prayer as a divine
connection between man and God, likening it to a golden ladder that
leads to heaven. He stresses that effective prayer should focus on
seeking God's glory, one's spiritual growth, and the well-being of
others, rather than solely on personal desires. In requesting material
blessings, it is essential to align with God's will and spiritual
benefit, while prayers for virtues require no conditions as they are
God's own work.

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GOOD and earnest prayer is a golden ladder which reaches up to heaven,
and by which man ascends to God.

The man who will pray aright should ask for nothing except what may
promote God's honour and glory, his own profit and the advantage of his
neighbours. When we ask for temporal things we should always add, if it
be God's will and if it be for my soul's health. But when we pray for
virtues, we need add no qualification, for these are God's own working.
(359)

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/wr-inge/prayer/
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