One of the great things about smartphones is that we can text or talk to one another whenever we like. But being able to text or go online 24/7 isn’t always a good thing. Many people use their phones when they should be concentrating on something else, like crossing the road or what their teacher is saying. Sometimes being distracted by our phones can make us miss out on something important. Even worse, we could be injured or killed.

While it is a good idea to make sure we limit how much we are on our phones, there is another kind of communication that has no restrictions: prayer. God wants us to call on Him whether we are coming, going or sitting still. In the New Testament, Paul encourages us to “pray continually” (1 THESS. 5:17). Paul doesn’t only tell us that we can talk to God anytime, He also tells us to “rejoice always” (V.16) and to “give thanks in all circumstances”

(V.18). God wants us to experience joy and thanksgiving—both of which will come from lifestyles which are focused on prayer.

God is always there for a quick cry or for a lengthy chat. He wants us to come and know Him every day, sharing our ups, downs, needs, questions and problems (HEB. 4:15-16). We are always in the prayer zone.

To Pray About . . .

I’m thankful, Father, that You want to hear from me. I need You today.