The Function of Prayer

"The function of Prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one 
who prays".

Soren Kierkegaard
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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February 17, 2010 at 6:14 AM
You have presented to us very interesting poetry today Veronica. It was a pleasure to read. Thank you for sharing it with us here at PoetrySoup. Love, Carol
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February 17, 2010 at 12:34 AM
Thank you for your welcome blog comments today Veronica.Rgds Brian
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February 16, 2010 at 12:52 PM
Good message in the quote. Blessings to you for sharing it with us. Karen
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February 16, 2010 at 10:35 AM
Howdy Veronica: Short but sweet poem. I agree that prayer should be used to make us better people. Thank you 4 sharing this with us. Yours truly: Sheol
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