Yes, the spirit of prayer and of supplication has been poured out upon many, many hearts; there are wrestling Jacobs who will not let go of the prophetic promises of deliverance for the captive, and the opening of prison doors to them that are bound.
Angelina Emily Grimké: “Yes, the spirit of prayer and of supplication has been poured out upon many, many hearts; there are wrestling Jacobs who…”
Editor's note · Context
Grimké speaks of the fervent prayers of those seeking liberation for the oppressed.
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