The Advantages of Prayer and Meditation

The Advantages of Prayer and Meditation

One of the masterpieces of Chinese poetry, The Banquet of Peach Garden, states: We admire the beauty of spring, but lament for the short lifetimewe must enjoy the happy moment of our life, which is as short as a dream. For a Christian, our life goal is not simple enjoyment; we use daily life as a step that gradually reaches heaven. A faithful and honest life is our present to God. Through prayer and meditation, we approach closer to God.

The Saints of our Churches realized the illusion of life, the blindness of desires. They preferred their position in heaven rather than the amusements of mortal life, they adore God and behave honestly, their life is always following Gods will, and their behavior never separate from God. They rely on God in their prayers; they listen to Gods voice in their meditations.

But it is hard for us to follow their steps, because we are too busy in watching computers, I-pads, I-phone.we do not even have time to communicate with our families. How can we spare a moment with God? To be an honest Christian, prayer and meditation are two ways to help us in following Gods will.

Prayer is the first step which can bring us closer to God. We must arrange certain moment in our daily life to present ourselves in front of Him. Be humble and be respectful, and we can feel His existence. Beseech Him to give us wisdom to behave successfully in our work, in our family and in our spirit, let us live a life always following His will, and honoring His name. Amen

Lilian LiuHacienda Hts