Communication is something many of us are not very good at. We have problems communicating in our marriages, with our children, on the job, or perhaps even with our closest friends. Most of us want to 'talk?, but we don't want to ?listen?. And, communication has to be the combination of talking and listening between both parties.

Even in prayer, there is a time to talk to God, and a time to listen. Too often, we 'talk? and never find time to ?listen? to what the Lord has to say to us. We miss so much, when we constantly run our tongue in our prayer time. We need to take time to just be quiet, and listen for that still, sweet voice. Many do not think the Lord ever talks to them, but the truth is, they never stop talking long enough to hear Him speaking to them!

When we pray, we need to thank God for all the blessings He has brought to our lives. Too often, we bombard the Lord with our ?wants?, and forget to thank Him for what He has already done in our lives. Blessings come because of His promises, when we are obedient to His Word. So, we need to constantly thank Him for those blessings.

We should be in constant communication with the Lord. I know many set aside a time to pray, which is good. But, we need to be able to talk to the Lord any time of the day or night. It does not have to be a lengthy prayer. Talk to the Lord as you would a friend, for He should be our BEST friend! And, when you finish talking, talk time to listen!

Psalms 54:2 Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.

Romans 12:12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;

1 Thessalonians 5:18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Copyright 2005 by Barbara Sanders, Empire, AL. Used by permission.
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