Prayer

In Stormie Omartian's next study, "Powerful Listening", she makes this vital statement:  "Prayer is more than talking to God." Prayer also involves us listening to God. Imagine talking to a friend, sharing things from your heart, asking for advice, direction but not waiting to hear what your friend has to say. One-way conversations are not substantial. They may help release frustration, guilt, shame, remorse; where is the peace in releasing these feelings? It's good to let go, but let go for good. Leave your burdens at the feet of Jesus, and listen to His direction. Future frustration, guilt, shame, and remorse may be avoided by actually taking the time to listen. We often try to take matters into our own hands without considering the consequences. We act on feeling and impulse. I've learned the hard way how doing so can hurt not only myself but others as well. Instead of taking the time to pray for direction and waiting to hear from God, I took control, not allowing myself to learn the uplifting power of patience.