On Earth as It Is in Heaven Quotes

“Too many people attend church as consumers and not as stewards and worshipers. Church buildings have become shopping malls, not sanctuaries, and "doing church" means "doing business" and not worshiping God or encouraging others. "What's in it for me?" is the most important concern of the average churchgoer, not "How can I become more like Christ and share what I have with others?" If our praying is what it ought to be, we will be transformed from greedy consumers into generous stewards.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“To be gripped by the miraculous magnificence of prayer means to be humbled and broken, deeply grateful for the privilege of access into the presence of the Almighty.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“The Father hears us and knows our needs even before we ask (Matt. 6:8). The Son intercedes for us and knows exactly how we feel in every situation (Rom. 8:34; Heb. 4:14–16). The Holy Spirit intercedes for us and directs our requests according to the will of God (Rom. 8:26”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“Has the glory of God departed from some of our homes, churches, and parachurch ministries and we don’t realize it? Is there really “glory in the church” or just crowds of people seeking religious entertainment?”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“effective prayer is linked to a dedicated and obedient life.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“It’s the strength of our faith and not the length of our prayers that pleases him.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“Prayer isn’t an option; it’s an obligation and an opportunity for us to glorify God’s name and receive his blessing. It’s also an opportunity to participate in miracles.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“Yes, there are times when obeying God’s will is costly and painful, but not doing God’s will is even more costly and painful.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“As a Christian, I'm not a physical unit in a religious organization. I'm a living part of a miraculous spiritual unity in Christ-a member of one body (1 Cor. 12:12-14), a stone in one temple (Eph. 2:19-22; 1 Peter 2:4-7), a branch in one vine (John 15:1-9), to name but a few of the New Testament images of the church. All Christians are different, and yet we are all united in Christ. Regardless of race, color, gender, political or economic status, believers are "all one in Christ Jesus" (Gal. 3:26-29). Unity without diversity is uniformity, and diversity without unity is anarchy; but unity and diversity combined by the Holy Spirit in the church will produce a dynamic life of sacrifice and service that can change the world.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“What does it mean to walk by faith? It means to obey God's Word in spite of the feelings within us, the circumstances around us, and the consequences before us.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“What does it mean to walk by faith? It means to obey God’s Word in spite of the feelings within us, the circumstances around us, and the consequences before us.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“It all adds up to this: one of the most important elements of effective praying is a deepening relationship with the Father. This means worshiping the Father, knowing him better through his Word, fellowshiping with him, obeying his will, and seeking to please him.”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively

“God answers prayer, not just to meet the needs of his burdened children but to bring glory to his name through the answers. That’s one reason why God permits difficulties in our lives, so that his ministry to us will reveal his power and glory to those who are watching. Do we pray only to have our needs met and our wants supplied as soon as possible, or do we pray because we want to see Jesus glorified on earth? Are we willing to suffer or even to fail if this will honor the Lord in a greater way?”
― Warren W. Wiersbe, On Earth as It Is in Heaven: How the Lord's Prayer Teaches Us to Pray More Effectively