Yesterday, I was trying to pray. I say trying because my mind kept wandering and I felt like quite the blundering fool before the Lord. It occurred to me that I need to remind myself just Who I am coming before. If I was going to have a few minutes to talk to Martha Stewart, Dave Ramsey, or Sarah Palin, I would definitely think about the things I would like to talk with them about in advance.
For me, I think that I get too comfortable with the Lord…He is always with me, and knows all my thoughts…. I forget who He is! Sadly, when I remember who He is I want to melt into a puddle for my lack of respect for Him and all He has done for me. We have only to read the 38th chapter of Job to be reminded of our place in relationship to God.
Now, I know that there are times when, “Help me Lord!” is all we can muster. I’m not talking about these times. I’m talking when I purpose to spend time in prayer. I am beginning to think that I need to spend a few moments collecting my thoughts and preparing my heart and mind…. The older I get, it seems the more there is to pray about ;)
How do you prepare to come into the presence of God?