I heard your prayers Thank God it's all over!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A sarcastic remark implying prayers were heard but only to end a troubling situation.
- In plain terms
- God answered prayers to stop something bad.
- What can you take from it?
- Relief comes when trouble ends.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When do you feel relieved?
- How do you react to prayers?
Another view
It mocks sincere religious sentiment.
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