We just don't get it.

Prayer, that is. Maybe you've misunderstood it or thought it was something it's not...or maybe you feel like it has to be all flowery and sound just right before God will hear you.

But in all honesty, God doesn't care how you sound. It's not about using a bunch of "Thee" and "Thou hast..." and "Thou shalt..." phrases. It's not about where you're at, who you're with, or what time of day it is. It's not even about standing or sitting in just the right position, or about holding hands! I mean, I feel like some people treat prayer like they're trying to call God on a cell phone with bad reception...that if they'd just walk outside and up a hill...and stand on one leg...and talk loud enough, MAYBE they're voice will get through...if God's not in a bad mood.

Look, God created EVERYTHING out of NOTHING. I think He can hear you just fine. And you don't have to talk with anything but ordinary, everyday language. And He doesn't struggle with mood swings.

You know what He cares about? You know what matters most about prayer? Your HEART.

Just be real with Him. He knows what you're thinking anyway, so don't try to hide if you're angry, confused or doubting. I mean, SERIOUSLY...you and I get to talk with the GOD OF THE UNIVERSE anytime we want! Why don't we get that? Why do we act like that's no big deal?

So take some time today to chat with the all-powerful God. He's a "come-as-you-are" kind of guy.