Prayer

Prayer. It’s a simple enough concept. But why is it so difficult to pray as the Bible teaches? In 1Thessalonians, Paul exhorts the church to ‘Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.’

Pray without ceasing? Who can live up to that standard? The bar seems to be set so high that we are tempted to not even try. But the ‘will of God in Christ Jesus’ is not to be ignored. We must try. So here it goes.  Begin with thanksgiving. Take a moment to give thanks to God for your loved ones. Then, as you go through the day, give thanks for each and every person with whom you come in contact. Pray for the bank teller, the store clerk, your neighbor and the guy who cut you off in traffic.

What will this accomplish? It will begin a habit. In any relationship there must be an open line of communication. Once you begin to speak to God on a regular basis you will notice a huge difference in the world around you. And the world around you will notice a huge difference in you. Now, don’t just sit there. Get to praying!

See You Sunday!
Missy