Enter into the inner chamber of your mind. Shut out all things save God and whatever may aid you in seeking God; and having barred the door of your chamber, seek him.<\/p>\n
Anselm<\/i><\/p>\n
We must understand that the only ones who prepare themselves for prayer adequately are those who are so impressed with God\u2019s majesty that they can be free from all earthly worries and affections.<\/p>\n
John Calvin<\/i><\/p>\n
The first rule of true prayer is to have heart and mind in the right mood for talking with God.<\/p>\n
John Calvin<\/i><\/p>\n
No one should give the answer that it is impossible for a man occupied with worldly cares to pray always. You can set up an altar to God in your mind by means of prayer. And so it is fitting to pray at your trade, on a journey, standing at a counter or sitting at your handicraft.<\/p>\n
John Chrysostom<\/i><\/p>\n
You must literally prostrate yourself before him in the quietness of your own room, and through this outward physical action express the humiliation of your soul as you view the terrible sight of your own faults.<\/p>\n
F. F\u00e9nelon<\/i><\/p>\n
Take time to be holy;<\/p>\n
Speak oft with thy Lord.<\/p>\n
W.D. Longstaff<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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