However, the Lord is gracious. He made me realize my mistake in a timely manner. Awhile ago, I suddenly realized the fact that I was not having quiet time as of late. I asked my friend to pray for me, and I had my quiet time.
God sometimes works in funny ways. You see, the next article on my devotional was entitled "Prayer Discovers God's Agenda". The title alone made me realize that I am not only lacking in my quiet time, but I am also lacking in my prayer life. I suddenly pondered when was the last time I had a "real" prayer to God? Boy, the resulting thought was harsh. I couldn't even think of the last time I had a real prayer. Most of the time, my prayer was mechanical. (ie. during meals, etc.) Harsh isn't it?
Jesus prayed on many occasions in the Bible. If Jesus prays, what more us? Who are we to even forget talking to our Heavenly Father? That was the realization.
So we see God working. Two birds in one stone as one would say. I only thought about restoring my quiet time, but I ended up realizing that my prayer life is lacking as well. But God is merciful and gracious. He always gives us another go at things. :) So this time, I hope I don't disappoint as I continue on through the year.
How about you? How's your walk with God? Good? Bad? Lukewarm? Allow God to speak to you now! :) I hope we will always listen to God's call. 24/7. :)
"Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed." Mark 1:35
God bless us as we continue to become more like Christ. :)
