June 13

Falling to the Ground


Jesus and his followers went to a place called Gethsemane. … Jesus fell to the ground and prayed….

Mark 14:32,35b (NCV)

Three times each day Daniel would kneel down to pray and thank God, just as he always had done.

Daniel 6:10b (NCV)


Jesus and Daniel had something in common: the need to pray. And in these passages their postures reflected their hearts. They were desperate to talk to God.

I read these verses and I must confess, too often, my prayers have been more of an exercise than an experience with God. Where is my heart? Where is the passion to take my life to Him? … the lives of others to Him?

Why don’t I beseech Him, beg Him, bond so tightly with Him that EVERYTHING comes out? When will that happen?

It starts today.

Today I am back on my knees seeking His help, His will, His good pleasure.

And how about you? Is it time for a change? Time to rekindle the best relationship you’ll ever have?

It is for me.


Father, hear my prayer. You are worth knowing and knowing well. Guide me into closer communion with You. Know my heart and let me know Yours. Amen.