"Prayer holds together the shattered fragments of the creation. It makes history possible"
- Jacques Ellul
About this Quote
This quote by Jacques Ellul speaks with the power of prayer and its capability to unite the damaged pieces of the world. Prayer is a way of getting in touch with something higher than ourselves, and it can assist us to find peace and understanding in tough times. Prayer can likewise be a way of getting in touch with our past, and it can assist us to make sense of our history. By praying, we can discover hope and strength to progress, even in the face of difficulty. Prayer can also be a way of getting in touch with our future, and it can assist us to produce a much better world for ourselves and for future generations. Prayer is a powerful tool that can help us to recover, to discover hope, and to create a better future.
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