I have been blessed with a large master walk-in closet. The two sliding doors entering the closet, are full length mirrors. I have more than enough poles on both sides for hanging garments and consequently, I have more clothes than I really need and should give many away. I have an ironing board set up for removing wrinkles however, I get lazy and avoid wearing garments that need to be pressed. The end wall has ceiling to floor shelving, which holds boxes with contents that I have no memory. When visitors come, I am quick to close my closet doors, because it's a mess and desperately needs my attention.
Matthew 6:5
(Jesus speaking to his disciples)
When you pray enter into your closet and shut the door, pray to your Father, who is in secret; and your Father, who sees in secret shall reward you openly.
Before I enter my prayer closet, I need to spend time reading God's Word. It's like looking into a mirror so that I can see my true reflection as the Holy Spirit convicts my heart to truly reflect the image of Jesus. As I enter in by faith, I will choose the garments of salvation that God has purchased for me to wear. I will pray and ask God to reveal to me any spots or wrinkles that I need His forgiveness. I will not only be concerned about my own needs, but prayerfully ask God to show me what I have that I can give to others. I will pray and ask God to show me those things in my life that have no eternal value and discard them. When Jesus comes, I don't want to be quick to close my prayer closet door because it's a mess and I regret never giving it any attention.
Morning Prayer
Dear Lord,
May a day never be that I don't enter my prayer closet to be with You. Amen ~
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