Luke 5:16  But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.

Have you ever wondered why Jesus often withdrew to lonely places to pray? Have you ever wondered if he felt obligated to fulfill a religious duty? Do you think he ever felt like he was less of a person when he was not out there praying in that secluded place? Do you think he ever felt condemned when he did not pray “enough?”

When a young man has found the woman of his dreams, does he feel obligated to hang out with her and talk to her? Does he feel condemned because he didn’t spend enough time with her? NO! When I met my wife, I wanted to spend every waking moment with her! I wanted to talk to her all the time! Even when I wasn’t with her, she was always on my mind. This is what happens to someone who finds out about God’s beauty, love, and grace! When someone understands the immensity of God’s love and grace, they can never be the same again!

Though it is true, if we do not spend time with or think about that special person of our dreams, that love can fade and even disappear. Though once special, it is possible to get caught up with other loves and miss out on the blessing God had in store for us. Apostle Paul gave the Colossian church this great advice, “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2

The absolute, most precious relationship you will ever experience is your relationship with the one who made you! He is more beautiful than words can describe and loves you more than you can fathom! The more you explore the glory of who he is, the more you will fall in love with him!

I am praying for you today. I believe that this is your day for a breakthrough in your mind, will, and emotions! Today is your day to be so fulfilled inside the love of your life that hurt, pain, and worry are removed and erased! Today is your day for that radiance and sparkle that comes upon one who feels loved to fill your being! Yes! It is time for the love you’ve always longed for to saturate your soul! Today, my dear friend, I am asking God to grant you the revelation that will cause you to be filled with his love like never before! May today be a day where you, like Jesus, find yourself longing for…

A LONELY PLACE TO PRAY