Prayer...

I have read through it and the things that most stand out to me are the prayers of Nehemiah.They are so intimate personal and ask God to remember His words/promises. Theprayers remind me that I should have this time spent with Christ as a defining characteristic; but also, like any conversation, I should know what my Heavenly Father has said concerning me. Too often I fail. I make my words many, repetitions, and sadly, I forget I should be listening at all. I tend not to wrestle with God over the welfare of others. I fail to see the Joy and privilege prayer should be.