Do you ever feel like your prayers just disappear in the wind? Or fade away with time? Sometimes we may assume that our prayers are insignificant, or that the Lord is far to occupied to hear them, or even care.
The truth is, the Lord not only commands us to pray, but He loves hearing our prayers! Prayer is a very intimate time of communication, and Jesus savors hearing our requests, thoughts, or thanksgiving. Bring every petition, request, heartache, question, thought, and feeling to Him. Make a habit of continually laying everything at the cross without restraint. We will never bore Him, tire Him, or get on His nerves if we constantly pray. Make a "prayer landmark". Every time you arrive at a stop sign, see your child, or touch your hair, decide at that moment to pray. Do not be afraid to seek the Lord about the things that may seem petty; come to Him knowing that His arms and ears are wide open. Continue to seek the Lord in every decision you make. Remember, our command to pray is His delight. Relish it.
"Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord." - James 5:13-14
"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." - James 5:16
"First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way." - 1 Timothy 2:1-2
This was a good reminder for me today. Thanks
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