Paragraph 2710

2710. The choice of the time and duration of the prayer arises from a determined will, revealing the secrets of the heart. One does not undertake contemplative prayer only when one has the time: one makes time for the Lord, with the firm determination not to give up, no matter what trials and dryness one may encounter. One cannot always meditate, but one can always enter into inner prayer, independently of the conditions of health, work, or emotional state. the heart is the place of this quest and encounter, in poverty ant in faith.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

538. In the Old Testament, what relationship do the king and the temple have to prayer?

419. What place does the Old Law have in the plan of salvation?

288. What is the meaning of the altar?

387. What is hope?

250. How are the sacraments of the Church divided?

525. How is one to use the means of social communication?

314. What is the significance of Jesus’ compassion for the sick?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What is the example of perseverance in waiting for God’s promises presented in the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1:5-25?

What was David’s attitude toward Mephibosheth, and what can we learn from this story?

What does James 5:7-11 teach us about patience in times of suffering?

What is the message of Proverbs 6:6-11 about laziness and hard work?

What does it mean to submit to God’s discipline, according to Hebrews 12:5-11?

What does it mean to love God and neighbor and what is the importance of this teaching in the Bible?

What is the story of Uzziah and how was he punished for disobeying God?