Everyday life can get busy. Obligations, children’s activities, jobs, school, even church. Many times we fall into bed exhausted only to get up the next day and only to repeat the same. If only we had more time, more energy, and time to pray. How long has it been since you took time to pray?

When do we have time for a conversation with God? He wants a close relationship with us daily. Most prayers are only quick petitions for the immediate need. There is no time for a conversation with God.

Here is a song  I hadn’t heard in a long time. It spoke volumes. As you listen to it, make note of how your heart reacts to its message.   

How Long Has It Been by Mosie Lister

How long has it been since you talked with the Lord

And told him your heart’s hidden secrets

How long since you prayed how long since you stayed

On your knees till the light shone through

How long has it been since your mind felt at ease

How long since your heart knew no burden

Can you call him your friend how long has it been since you knew that he cared for you

How long has it been since you knelt by your bed and prayed to the Lord up in heaven

How long since you knew that he’d answer you

And would keep you the long night through

How long has it been since you woke with the dawn and felt that the day’s worth the living

Can you call him your friend how long has it been since you knew that he cared for you

John 15:9 As the Father loved, Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. (abide – to continue, to stay, to reside)

Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.   

Help us to see, O Lord, that time spent with You is essential and precious and is so important that we will make time to be with You. Help us to leave our anxiety with You and go through our day trusting You.