The Time Is Now - Developing A Lifestyle Of Prayer

Talent Traits and Prayer Now, let's look briefly at the concept of innate talent trait,. You may wish to use the "Going Fur­ ther and Deeper" section at the end of this lesson to explore several particular talents and how they can impact one's approach to prayei: It is important to remember that talents, by definition, are given by God in whole. That means that each of us is innately gifted with aptitudes for par­ ticular skills, and it is important to discovc1; develop, and hone those skills with experience.

6. Read Exodus 31:1-6. What does thispassage reveal about the way God dz:,tributes tal­ ents to individuals?

Throughout this study guide, I offer many specific "how-to" ideas for prayer and related disciplines. I have attempted to provide a variety of ideas for people with various personality and talent traits, but the methods I teach are naturally weighted toward the methods that work for me. In most cases, I don't apologize for this, because there are certain techniques that will benefit everyone. Please experiment and find out what works best for you. The most important thing is that you pray and that you pray much. May God bless you as you explore prayer as an expression of your unique design. God has made you and has numbered all of your hairs (Matthew 10:30; Psalm 139). He accepts your prayers as a sweet testimony to His creative genius. You can afford to be genuine with Him in a way you may not feel you can be with anyone else. The Next Step Now move on to the next step in "'l\venty Steps to Daily Prayer" (page 147). As you grow in prayer, focus on enjoying it according to your unique design. Memory Passage "There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them in all men." -1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Going Further and Deeper

Here are several talent traits and the ways they relate to your prayer life.