William Mackergo Taylor Quotes

Prayers born out of murmuring are always dangerous. When, therefore, we are in a discontented mood, let'us take care what we cry for, lest God give it to us, and thereby punish us.

William Mackergo Taylor

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• Prayers born out of murmuring are always dangerous. When, therefore, we are in a discontented mood, let'us take care what we cry for, lest God give it to us, and thereby punish us.

  

  William Mackergo Taylor
  • Giving
  • Prayer
  • Mood