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I’ve been thinking about God a lot this week.
I’ve been thinking about how good God is. How very good.
And I’ve been thinking about how I oftentimes don’t truly appreciate how good God is. I don’t. I know I should, and I try, but I get distracted. By me. I think about me, I focus on me, I seem to care more about me me me. I admit it—it’s the truth, and it’s something I want to change.
There are so many ways I can appreciate how good God is in my life. And, along with that, honestly, another admission is that it also seems overwhelming when I try to determine how to best say, “Thank you, God.” in my own little, but best-intentioned way. So I thought that I could (and should and will) focus on one way at a time…starting with kneeling.
You see, I’ve been pretty good about praying frequently, but I’m realizing now that I don’t do it in a way that is truly reverent—not nearly attentive or respectful enough. So, I’ve decided to kneel more.
Kneeling may not come naturally or comfortably for many people. I know it is awkward for me sometimes. And I think that makes it even more special when combined with prayer. It is not in my “comfort zone” as they say. But it makes the act of praying even more purposeful and meaningful. It becomes a way to pray that shows you really care. It’s not lazy. It can take some effort. You may feel fidgety at times, but when that happens, focus more on the praying and you’ll find that you’re focusing less on yourself. You’ll be present in the moment. And your presence will be a present.
Try it. I’m going to.
A new way to pray. Thanks for the prayer tip, God.
(and thanks for everything else, too.)
