“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 NIV
In matters of faith and morals, we should not be overly zealous or pedantic. That is, there is no need to require strict adherence to every minute rule or regulation, nor is it necessary to make long and drawn-out prayers.
Sometimes, the less said, the better. A short prayer of contrition or of thankfulness is more apt to fit the situation than a long prayer that leaves the listeners bored or fidge…
