My first morning, up before the crack of dawn to pray was a surprise. I thought my attention span would be challenged. How would I fill all that time? What would I do if I ran out of things to say? Was this such a good idea after all?
I took a moment to prepare my heart and earnestly, wholeheartedly asked the Lord to keep my mind free from distractions as I opened my Bible for direction. As I glanced out of the corner of my eye, I was startled to see a furry, little critter scurrying across my floor. A mouse in the house!? This was not off to such a good start. After a small outburst, I quickly left the house in an attempt to evade the rodent.
I knew I could not stay in the house and talk to God without being distracted. Today would be a prayer-walk kind of day.
"Lord, get that mouse out of my house!"
Not a very holy prayer.
But VERY heartfelt.
The effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16
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