Forward on Our Knees {Read Colossians 4:1-6}

Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart (Col. 4:2).

     Must a person present their needs and wishes to God and then leave it to Him to answer in His own good time without constantly reminding Him? Or must you keep on asking? This has been a debatable point among the praying followers of Jesus throughout the ages.

     The fact of the matter is that both arguments may be correct. Sincere prayer is not regulated by a rigid set of rules. God's Holy Spirit is at work in the hearts and lives of His children. "True prayer is a state of mind that creates a channel between the Almighty God and the insignificant human being. Just human sin can block this channel" (George Allan). It is amazing how the Holy Spirit adapts to the life, background and personality of the person and guides him into the godly presence by way of one of many roads.
The way of prayer, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, doesn't always follow the most well-known route, but often takes the path that God chooses according to your personal needs. The result is always surprising and encouraging. Whatever prayer route you take, it is essential to travel it with faith and be aware of His holy and loving presence.
In the training school of the Holy Spirit, you will quickly learn to handle prayer positively. Prayer is not a panic button you press in times of crisis. In time, you will recognize answered prayers and thankfully praise the way in which God brings His works to fulfillment in your life.