And when we falter, as we will, let redemption – through commitment and through perseverance and through faith – be our abiding hope and fervent prayer.

Those in the sanctuary are separated from the altar, participating in the service through fervent prayer with the aid of the icons.

He applied himself to the meanest and most painful labour in a perfect spirit of penance and humility; fasted much, and spent time in fervent prayer.

It's okay to have earnest prayers, fiery prayers, fervent prayers.