The Power of Personal Prayer

Are you facing some big decisions in your life right now?
Have you spent some time praying about it?
Jesus did...

Jesus was facing death on a cross and he kept praying.
Going through some trials and tough times?
Spend some time praying about it.

But... Should we only pray when things are tough?

Think of a quiet place in your house or in your neighborhood where you can spend some time in prayer, one-on-one time with God...

Remember: Personal prayer is better active rather than passive meaning don't do your personal prayer in bed at night, it usually ends up less like prayer and more like sleep. It's fun to pray listening to music, going for a walk or drawing, so long as you are alone with God.

Check out this link to find some ready-made prayers for different situations, coz sometimes it's hard to put our feelings into words to God.

And if you are looking for a daily devotional (a daily study guide to help you spend time in personal prayer) google Christian Devotions, there are loads out there. Your Corps Officer or Youth Leader will probably have access to some cool, relevant books as well and if you have a smart phone download the bible app. It provides daily reading plans to help keep you on track. Even though it's important to spend time alone with God it's also good to have accountability so maybe work through a plan with a friend checking in on each other so you stay on track!

Read Daniel Chapter 6 as well to see the power of personal prayer.

Think about it, pray about it!