In my reading of the New Testament lately, I often come across verses such as this:

"And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed." (Mark 1:35, ESV)

Jesus often broke away from the crowds (or simply his apostles) to go somewhere to pray. Now, we know we can pray anywhere, anytime, but there seemed to be something special to Jesus to get away to himself for a while.

We all need time away from the things that cause us stress (good and bad). Phones ringing, children fussing, babies crying, doorbell ringing...the list can go on and on. There certainly seems to be some benefit in going away somewhere to pray.

So, try it. See if you can sqeeze in 10-15 minutes or more each day to get away alone and pray. I once heard of a mother who actually went in to her closet to read her Bible and to pray everyday. Find what works for you and do it, I'm sure you'll be blessed by it!

"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." (James 5:16, ESV)