Christian Reflection and Prayer

I loved Malcom’s prayer at church the other day.
Only 7 years old, he stood in front of 100 other
kids and prayed: “Jesus, thank You that some
of us get to play football and go to church, and
for safety on the ride here, and for forgiveness
of our sins, and for eternal life. We love You,
Jesus. Please don’t ever forget how much we
love You!”

It brought tears to my eyes as he expressed
his heart to God. As adults, we may tend to try
to polish our prayers a little, thinking that it will
sound better to God’s ears or to those around
us who might hear us. But I think God must
delight in hearing just what’s on His child’s heart.

What is on your mind? Thanks or burdens?
Whatever it is, your loving God wants to hear
your heart.

So lift up your heart to the heavens;
There’s a loving and kind Father there
Who offers release and comfort and peace
In the silent communion of prayer. —Anon.

The highest form of prayer comes from the depths of a humble heart.

(Excerpt from Our Daily Bread)