Pray Privately

Also when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by people. Truly I tell you, they have their reward in full already. But when you pray, go into your [most] private room, and, closing the door, pray to your Father, who is in secret; and your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you in the open. Matthew 6:5-6 Amplified 

Prayer is such a sweet communion time with God. It’s nice to pray corporately on Sunday morning…and with Bible Study groups, but there is something special about having time alone with God. It’s like having time alone with a special friend—when you don’t have to hurry. You can just sit and enjoy the conversation and even time when no one says anything. It is important to listen, too. If you do all the talking, what good is that? Listen. Shut off your own thoughts and agenda for even just a few minutes and listen intently. What do you hear? 

RSVP: Jesus is inviting you today to pray…and to listen to the Father’s voice. It may be a still small voice or one booming in your heart and ears. How will you respond to Him today?

Prayer ~ Jesus…thank you for this reminder to pray secretly. Hear the prayers I whisper into Your ear today. There are so many needs…and praises. As written in Philippians 4:6-7…Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. …It is that peace that I seek…and I privately request from You.

 

© 2014 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.

All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted.