An Analysis Of The Quotation The Mills Of The Gods Grind Slowly, But They Grind

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An Analysis of the Quotation "The Mills of The Gods Grind Slowly, but They Grind
Exceedingly Small"

     The quotation “The mills of the gods grind slowly, but they grind
exceedingly small,” could be compared to someone asking for something through
prayer.  This comparison is based on three beliefs.  The first part of the
quotation, “The mills of the gods...”  refers to God's “prayer factory” where
prayer requests are considered and acted upon.  The second section, “The mills
of the gods grind slowly...” is a reference to the way God takes His time in
answering prayers.  The third belief, ...they grind exceedingly small,” is
interpreted as God's way of finally answering the prayers in the best possible
way.
     While there are many different types of prayers, the most common type is
a prayer of petition.  These are prayers that ask God to do something or to give
something that are truly desired or needed.  God always hears every prayer that
is lifted to the heavens.  “The mills of the gods...”  can be interpreted as
synonymous to God's constant hearing and answering of the many prayers that come
to Him.  God weighs the practicality of each prayer, always keeping in mind His
master plan for each person's life.  He carefully considers these prayers in
light of how each alternative will affect the petitioner's life and the lives of
those around them.  Then, in His divine wisdom He responds to these requests
either directly or through other people.  Very often, His answers are not all
one would expect.  In fact, His reply may be the exact opposite of what most
would think to be best.
     Many times people pray to God for something that is not immediately
received.  Due to this fact, they lose f...

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