I came across a story that I would like to share with you. It gives us a good little reminder on the importance of prayer. Here is how it goes…
A farmer was entertaining one of his sophisticated relatives from the city. Before the meal, the farmer gave thanks for the food. When he finished, the visitor jeered, “This is old-fashioned; nobody with an education prays at the table anymore.”
The famer admitted that the practice was old and even allowed that there were some on his farm that did not prayer before their meals.
Justified, the relative remarked, “So enlightenment has finally come to the farm. Who are these wise ones?”
To which the farmer replied, “My pigs.”
Prayer is something that we should never outgrow. Prayer is a willingness to acknowledge God. It is a reflection of our dependence upon our creator. Prayer really works. It changes situations and it changes us. Never allow pride, self-reliance, or worldly wisdom to change you in a way that keeps you from prayer.
When we fail to pray, whether we verbalize it or not, we are in a way saying to God, “I don’t need you that much today.” We should not live a life disconnected from God. I need God. You need God. We all need God. Prayer is that ongoing conversation that creates space for God to work and meet our needs.
How is your prayer life? Do you talk to the Lord often? When was the last time you had a sacred little moment talking with Jesus? Have you let things get in the way? Do you feel like you just do not need God quite as much right now?
Let’s all have a little more wisdom than the pigs and spend some special time in prayer today. Thank your heavenly Father for your many blessings. Intercede for those who need help. Take a moment of silence to be refreshed. Receive forgiveness if you have fallen short.
Prayer definitely is old-fashioned but trust me when I say it will never get old.
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.
-Colossians 4:2