4 ways to talk with God, not to God.

four ways to talk with God not to God number one presence imagine talking to a close friend before you start pouring your heart out to them you would acknowledge their presence by greeting them the same goes for prayer the first step is recognizing you're entering a sacr space communing with the Divine this awareness sets the tone for a meaningful conversation between you and God number two listening listening to God is underestimated while praying God speaks to us in many ways through scriptures Nature's beauty or Quiet Moments of reflection if you calm your mind and create

space you will be able to perceive God's guidance and love number three authenticity sometimes prayer becomes a performance a list of carefully crafted requests but God sees through facades true prayer involves honesty expressing our Joys anxieties and doubts the Bible assures us God doesn't Delight in empty flattery Psalm 51 says instead God desires our genuine heart number four gratitude our prayers often focus on what we lack but acknowledging God's blessings whether it is big or small Fosters gratitude gratitude realigns our perspective and reminds us of God's faithfulness even when things feel uncertain don't be discouraged

by unanswered prayers persistence is key start talking to God ask God how is he listen for his voice and the the answers will come