Day One
A group of African Christians were known for their faithfulness in spending time alone with God. Each one had a particular place in the brush where he would spend time praying, praising and listening to God. The paths to these private prayer spots became so worn that if anyone began missing his time, it became obvious. Others would remind him, "Brother, the grass grows on your path."**Look up 1Thessalonians 5:17 in your Bible**
It says, "pray without ceasing." The New Living Translation says, "Never stop praying."
The spirit of this tiny verse is found consistantly throughout Paul's letters. Regardless of the version of Scripture, the word, "pray" is common to all. Although the 2nd part of the verse changes in each translation- whether it says "continually", "without ceasing", "always keep on", "constantly", or "all the time" in your Bible- the meaning is clear: We need to pray a lot!!
Hopefully you are beginning to "cut a path" to time alone with God each day. You will likely prefer a certain time and place for your quiet time. Even if you miss a day or two occasionally, go right back to your usual schedule. Don't stop or give up, it will soon be evident to you, and eventually to those around you that God is making amazing changes in your life! If you quit, it will ALSO soon be evident to you and those around you! Keep it up! Don't let the grass grow on your path!
Make a committment everyday to have quiet time with just you and God. Studies show if you repeat something for 21 days straight: it will become a habit. Make quiet time with God a habit in your life!
Spend a few moments in prayer, praising and listening to God right now!
Check back tomorrow for Day Two!! =-)
2 comments:
Wow! This was certainly food for thought....wonder what others see when they look at our prayer-paths? Determined not to let grass grow on mine again! Thanks...see you tomorrow.
Awesome lesson !!
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