Who Do We Pray For?

I went to church on Sunday and sat at my usual pew. After awhile, the talking just behind me was so distracting, I decided to move right up to the front. In five minutes, there were two conversations going on behind me. I closed my eyes and prayed that God would "speak" to the ladies behind me and get them to be quiet. Immediately, God spoke to me instead. I realized I should be praying for myself. I asked God to help me focus on His word and to block my ears to the noise around.

So often we want others to change or to be as we want them to be. So often we forget to look at ourselves first. So, who are YOU praying for?

And maybe, just maybe, I can be the voice of conscience? If you go to church early and chit chat with your friends, it might be a good idea to look around. Someone nearby may just be praying for you ... to STOP that chatter while in the sanctuary. Give your time wholly to the Lord. And on another note - be punctual for service. It is only polite to make that effort to be on time... for God.