If Christians spent as much time praying as they do grumbling, they would soon have nothing to grumble about. -Anonymous
Psalm 88:9, Mine eye mourneth by reason of affliction: LORD, I have called daily upon thee, I have stretched out my hands unto thee.
We could go to many verses dealing with prayer in an attempt to drive home the importance of it. I could list 5, 10, 20 or many even more reasons why we should not only begin each day and end each day in prayer but also, as Paul said, pray without ceasing. I could point to our modes of prayer; standing, kneeling, or laying prostrate. I could explain reasons for prayer; mourning, death, patience, wisdom, and strength to name a few. But we will not take a lot of time listing the do’s and don’ts of prayer.
I want to challenge you to go to your midweek prayer and Bible study today— to worship and pray! Not to get the scoop on the latest gossip. Not to check up on friends and family. Not to see the kids or grandkids. Not to knit pick the preacher. Go with the purpose in mind that you will be worshipping our Saviour—Jesus Christ in song and message and praying. Will you go?
