Why do we pray? Part II

I just wanted to take a minute and thank everyone who took the time to comment on my last blog, Why do we pray? There were so many good thoughts and ideas that were shared, and I just wanted to tell everyone how much I love and appreciate all of you! I received some invaluable feedback, and my own testimony was strengthened greatly by the discussion. I also received some very sweet and personal e-mails as well as advice from unexpected sources.

I'm sure a lot of you have been wondering why I decided to pick prayer as a topic for my blog. Without revealing too much, I will say that I have been struggling greatly in my own life with my testimony and my faith. Because of this, I have been meeting with my bishop to receive counsel and guidance. One of the topics that was addressed during one of these meetings, was regarding prayer. I told the bishop that although I had a very strong testimony in other areas of the gospel, that prayer was something I have always struggled with. The assignment was then given to me to ask friends and family members why we pray. I naively assumed that everyone would send me the same "canned" response on prayer. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that there are as many reasons to pray, as there are people!

As for myself I am learning that God is blessing my life and answering my prayers in many ways, that are even now being revealed to me. There have been many "tender mercies" granted me; answers to questions or problems that are being brought to pass through others. God truly works in mysterious ways! The very act of kneeling before God, with head bowed, is a humbling and sacred act that I am only now beginning to appreciate and understand. And while I still have much to learn, I do know that God is waiting to bless us; we only have to ask. Thank you again to everyone for your love and compassion towards me, and helping me through this journey called life.

Sincerely,

Megan