So the journey begins. I hope that your first day of prayer has been good. If not...hang in there and don't give up.
Today I found my prayer time to be tough. I struggled to maintain focus and let my mind wander too much. I am not in my normal setting so I am sure that has something to do with that.
My prayers today have been drawn to people I don't know. The family who lost so much in a fire last night, the families of the violence from last weekend, and a person who I know needs love.
I also spent time just praising God for who He is. Sometimes I just jump to request and neglect bringing glory to the one who loves even me. Then, I tried to listen. Didn't necessarily hear or sense any leading but felt peace in being in the presence of Jesus.
That's it. I hope you were not looking for a three point sermon because all I will give is authenticity. As we go on this journey together don't expect the dramatic everytime you pray but have faith and know He is listening and wants us to listen too.
Prayer should find its significance not in the things that happen as a result, but in the deepening intimacy and communion we find with God.
See ya tomorrow.
Keith
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