Oswald
Chambers has wisely commented on the transforming power of even 5 minutes in
the presence of the Lord. Indeed, even a short time spent in intercession and
the Word still has great value: “It is not the thing on which we spend the most
time that moulds us, but the thing that exerts the greatest power. Five minutes
with God and His Word is worth more than all the rest of the day.” Now, it may
sound like Chambers has made an overstatement. Yet powerful results can come
from even a short time of prayer, because God is powerful.
Sometimes
our days are filled with busy demands that crowd out time spent in listening to
and responding to God. But no matter where we are, any time taken to build our
own spiritual “altar” to the Lord as Abram did (Gen. 12:8) opens the door to
His transforming power. If you are having trouble establishing a time with God,
you could start with just 5 minutes and see where it leads. Our God longs to
meet with us and show His power in our lives.
Talk with
God—He wants to hear your heart. (RBC)
