I somewhat got the cart before the horse in talking in my previous post about Answered Prayer and talking about Praying in this one. However, that’s really not critical because it is important to understand that ALL prayer is answered, just maybe not how we expect. No one is likely to pray if they don’t think it is useful.
Praying is a very personal act and I’m going to share my approach which may seem very different from what you think praying should be. For me, I don’t speak in the Thee and Thou terminology – I don’t ridicule those who do, it just doesn’t work for me. When I am praying I am talking with three people – Father, Son, Holy Spirit – who love me and have my best interests at heart. This is my foundation for prayer.
Praying is two-way communication: I talk and I listen. I’ve been promised in scripture that His people will hear His voice, so I expect to. Defining what that is or how that works, however, can’t be explained by me – it’s something I know. This may seem too familiar for some who focus on the awesomeness, the majesty of the focus of the praying. But I certainly don’t mean to imply this. My point is – relating: I have difficulty relating to anyone who is not someone I can talk with. And how can I listen to someone who is so far removed from me?
Praying is exciting and fun. Somewhat strange reaction perhaps but that’s what it is for me. I enjoy it and I am uplifted by it – I am empowered and energized. It’s quite simple – I have a conversation with the Triune God and discover His plans for me for the day and make my requests to Him. It truly is the best way to begin a day.
