A Dumb Devil
Prayerlessness leads to a life of spiritual darkness, hardened sin, and eternal judgment.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes the critical importance of prayer in the life of a believer, asserting that those who do not pray are forsaken by God, blinded by Satan, and hardened in sin. He warns that prayerlessness leads to a state of spiritual danger, exposing individuals to various judgments. Brooks illustrates the absurdity of only seeking God in times of crisis, highlighting that true worship includes consistent prayer. He concludes that a lack of prayer signifies a lack of grace, urging believers to cultivate a prayerful life.
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Among all God's children, there is not one possessed
with a dumb devil. Prayerless people are . . .
forsaken of God,
blinded by Satan,
hardened in sin,
and every breath they draw, are liable to all
temporal, spiritual, and eternal judgments.
Prayer is that part of natural worship due to
God, which none will deny but stark atheists.
I have read of a man who, being sick, and afraid of
death, fell to praying. And to move God to hear him,
told him "that he had never troubled Him with his
prayers before; and if He would but hear him at that
time, he would never trouble Him again." This world is
full of such profane, blasphemous, atheistical wretches.
Certainly prayerless people are graceless people.
Sermon Outline
- The Dangers of a Dumb Devil
- Prayerless people are forsaken of God
- Blinded by Satan
- Hardened in sin
Key Quotes
“Prayerless people are forsaken of God, blinded by Satan, hardened in sin, and every breath they draw, are liable to all temporal, spiritual, and eternal judgments.” — Thomas Brooks
“Certainly prayerless people are graceless people.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Prayer is essential for maintaining a relationship with God and avoiding spiritual darkness.
- Those who are prayerless are likely to be hardened in sin and face eternal judgment.
- Regular prayer is necessary for spiritual growth and avoiding the consequences of a dumb devil.