Quiet Time

With the demands of everyday life, it is very important to set aside some quiet time to talk with the Lord. Not only do we need prayer time but also time to fill our hearts and minds with God's Word.

The more we can surround ourselves with spiritual things, the easier it is to touch God for the important things in our lives. Talking with God also helps calm our fears and gives us an assurance of His love and grace toward us.

Early risers may want to set aside the first 30 minutes of the day for prayer and reading scriptures. Add a little worship music with a cassette or CD and sing along.

Night owls may choose the end of the day to come aside and reflect on the day's activities and talk to God.

If you commute a long distance by car, listen to gospel music or the Bible on tape. This is an excellent time to be alone with God.

If you commute by public transportation, read the Bible instead of the newspaper. Tune your heart to God with silent prayer.

Even a few minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the day can afford you a few minutes to worship the Lord.

Be especially sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to pray for a person or need. Lives have been spared when people felt a sudden urge to pray and responded immediately.

Pray for your family members, coworkers, neighbors... even your enemies.

Pray for city, state, and national leaders. Include world leaders from other countries.

The Apostle Paul tells us to "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17).

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