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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

  • crisis
  • gossip
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • acknowledge relief
  • humorize trouble

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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