Talk with God

   Praying and talking with God is something most of us don't do on a daily basis.  When in reality it is one of the more important parts of having a relationship with God.  I mean think about it, think about you best friend.  Did you become close with them just my knowing their there, and talking once in awhile? OR did you spend time with them, get to know them, talk with them?

   My guess is you probably answered yes to the second one.  God is the same way, He wants to be our best friend.  He is a jealous God, He wants to be with us.  He created us, for us to be with Him.

   Now getting into the routine of praying and talking with God on a daily basis can be hard.  Not knowing what to say, feeling like you're talking to yourself, knowing God already knows your heart and mind.  But here's the thing, it's not about us.  God made us, for us to have a relationship with Him.

   If you're struggling a good place to look is the Bible. David wrote songs and prayers to God in the book of Psalm.  If that doesn't help you just be honest with God tell Him how you're feeling, what you're going though.  Not knowing what to say is okay, tell Him that.

Psalm 61:1 (NIV) Hear my cry, O God;listen to my prayer.

Psalm 66:19 (NIV) but God has surely listened and has heard my prayer. 

Colossians 4:2 (NIV) Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

Psalm 66:20 (NIV) Praise be to God,who has not rejected my prayer or withheld his love from me! 

   Here are a few verses for a reminder that God is always listening to you, no matter what you say.  He might not always do what you ask Him to.  But He is always listening.

   Till next time
    LiveTheTruth :)