Scripture: Matthew 6:6
But whenever you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.
Thought for the Day: Henri Nouwen wrote:
Solitude is where spiritual ministry begins.
That’s where Jesus listened to God.
That’s where we listen to God.
How often do you take time to shut the door and pray? How often do you enter into solitude for the purpose of removing as much of the chaos and distractions as possible? Solitude is not for us to make our many requests known to God. Instead, solitude provides a time to more deeply listen for the divine voice that rarely makes a sound recognized by the ear, yet still communicates in ways that are recognizable to our spirits.
Prayer: There is always time, O Lord, but I don’t always have the will or the discipline to make the time. Guide me, and if need be, push me toward times of solitude. I need to hear from you. Amen.
TODAY
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