Sweet Hour of Prayer!

Sweet hour of prayer!
Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
That calls me from a world of care,
And bids me at my Father’s throne
Make all my wants and wishes known.
In seasons of distress and grief,
My soul has often found relief,
And oft escaped the tempter’s snare,
By thy return, sweet hour of prayer!

There is such a call on my heart today to remind us of the comfort that is available to us in the gift of prayer. Sometimes when we are in the middle of strife we lose sight of the protection that is ours just for the asking.

Remember that prayer has only to be sincere, not complicated.

Matthew 14 (New International Version)
30But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, "Lord, save me!"

This prayer by Peter was answered, not because it was eloquent, but because it was sincere!

As a matter of fact, Jesus counsels us to avoid repetitious prayer.

A prayer can be the “Our Father” (Matthew 6:9–13, Luke 11:2–4) which contain all of the elements needed for heartfelt prayer. A prayer can be a song that speaks to the desires of your heart for closeness to God. A prayer can be a dialogue with the Holy Spirit who knows the desires of your heart.

Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
The joys I feel, the bliss I share,
Of those whose anxious spirits burn
With strong desires for thy return!
With such I hasten to the place
Where God my Savior shows His face,
And gladly take my station there,
And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

For peace in your life, start and end your day in the glorious presence of Our Lord through prayer!

Sweet hour of prayer! sweet hour of prayer!
Thy wings shall my petition bear
To Him whose truth and faithfulness
Engage the waiting soul to bless.
And since He bids me seek His face,
Believe His Word and trust His grace,
I’ll cast on Him my every care,
And wait for thee, sweet hour of prayer!

Isn’t it great that this greatest of gifts is free.

My God Forever Be a Blessing in Your Life!!!