Stay Alert

“Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving; praying at the same time for us as well, that God will open up to us a door for the word, so that we may speak forth the mystery of Christ, for which I have also been imprisoned; that I may make it clear in the way I ought to speak.” Colossians 4:2-4

Prayer is absolutely essential to maintaining a close relationship with the Lord. According to these verses it is through prayer that we are able to recognize those doors that are open to us on a regular basis with opportunities to speak a word of truth, love or encouragement as the Holy Spirit directs. Prayer gives us insight into the mystery of Christ which enables us to minister more fully to the needs of others when we’re called upon to do so. Even when we find ourselves in situations that might cause us to be dumfounded in our own right the Holy Spirit is able to make it clear to us what we are to say, or to remain quiet if that is what is best in that situation. Prayer is essential if we are to stay alert and thankful in every situation and circumstance that comes our way.

It is devotion to prayer that keeps us close to Him and it is through devotion to hearing His voice and obeying that we see His hand at work in our lives. Pray and then be ever on the alert for what He might direct you to do or say today and see what doors open up as a result.