Sorry that I have not posted this week, I have been swamped at work. I found this devotion in my readings and thought wow, how perfect for me this week. God knows when to say everything.
Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed. Mark 1:35
It was common knowledge among the disciples that they would find Jesus praying during the early morning hours. When they needed Him, they knew to go to the place of prayer. When Judas betrayed Jesus, he led his friends to Jesus' place of prayer.
Everytime the Lord Jesus faced an important decision, He prayed. When He was being tempted to do things by the world's methods instead of his Father's, He prayed (Matt. 4). When it was time to choose His disciples, He prayed the entire night (Luke 6:12). If the Son of God required a night of prayer in order to determine the Father's mind, how long might it take us in prayer to clearly determine our Father's will?
Because Jesus was so often surrounded by crowds, He knew He must find a quiet place so He could clearly hear His Father's voice. Jesus had many people seeking to influence the direction of His life. Jesus knew that His mission was not to attract a crowd, but to remain obedient to His Father. It was prayer that set the agenda for Jesus' ministry (Luke 6:12). Prayer preceded the miracles (John 11:42-43); prayer brought Him encouragement at critical moments (Luke 9:28-31).
So a week of a busy schedule, a week of pulling your hair out (not really but you know what I mean), a week of tough times for finances, a week of tough times for relationships. What do you do, do you try and fix it yourself, do you call a friend, do you have a drink, or do you find a place and pray and listen to the Father's voice? It is not easy, I can contest to that. But it is all about trust isn't it? Do you really trust His answer? Do you really believe? This week take time to find that quiet place and relax your mind and let Him speak to you. He has the answers are you ready to listen?
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