The ear of God',

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"Pray without ceasing." 1 Thessalonians 5:17

In prayer we must approach God as a Father, ask of Him what we really need, and expect to receive according to His wisdom and Word. Our needs are constantly returning; therefore our prayers should be constantly ascending. 

The ear of God is always open! He is ever ready to listen to us! He invites, exhorts, and commands us to pray always, in everything. 

Every object that meets the eye, 
every circumstance that occurs, 
every employment in which we engage, 
would afford matter for prayer—if properly viewed. 

The believer should acquire the HABIT of prayer. He should look up to his God . . .
for all he needs,
through all he sees,
whenever he has a moment to spare.

The prayers of a Christian are pleasant to his God; He says, "Let me hear your voice, let me see your countenance; for sweet is your voice and your countenance is lovely." 

The believer should pray as naturally and as constantly as he breathes; for prayer is the vital breath of the soul. Beloved, if prayer dwindles into a mere duty, is but occasionally offered, or become burdensome, it is clear that you are in a most unhealthy state.