Psalm 62:8 (ESV
Trust in him at all times, O people;
pour out your
heart before him;
God is a refuge
for us. Selah.
Early African believers were earnest and regular in
private devotions. Each one reportedly had a separate spot in the thicket where
he would pour out his heart to God. Over time, the paths to these places became
well worn. As a result, if one of these believers began to neglect prayer, it
was soon apparent to the others. They would kindly remind the negligent one,
"Brother, the grass grows on your path."
Prayer is a time when we can be completely intimate with
the Lord -- we can share all our burdens, heartaches, situations and life
struggles... but sometimes we need to get away into the thicket, alone, and be
intimate with Him! The Lord loves to be intimate with us! He doesn't want a
superficial relationship of recited prayers -- but a deep relationship with Him
-- the One who loves us with a love that is everlasting!
If grass has begun to grow on your path, take some time
out and find your way to that spot in the thicket today. God awaits you!
Dear Lord, help us to keep up our devotions so that we may
be closer to You each day. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.
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