The Importance of Prayer (11.10.13)

Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always - 1 Chronicles 16:11

The primary reason for prayer is the simple need we all have to know GOD. 
There is no way to draw near to the Lord apart from prayer.
It is in prayer that we express to the Lord our love for Him, our faith in Him,
our worship of Him, and our surrender to Him.

If for no other reason, the desire for intimacy with Christ
ought to bring us to our knees daily.

Another reason for praying is simple obedience. 
GOD tells us to pray…so we pray. 

This is especially important during those times in our lives when we don’t feel like praying. These spiritual “dry times” can happen to each of us. Often, the only thing that can lead us out of such dryness is sticking with a routine of daily prayer to our Father and spending time in His word on a daily basis. 

Developing a spiritual discipline out of obedience to the Lord is essential
to preventing spiritual dryness, laziness, and busyness.

- Prayer - 

Lord,
So often my prayer life has been dull and unexciting.
I don’t pay attention to the fact that
the King of the Universe is listening.
Help me to long to know You better
by surrendering to You in prayer.

Give me a deep longing to obey Your commands
and to seek Your face,
therefore opening my heart
for Your plans and purposes to manifest in my life.

Amen