There is nothing strange or difficult to understand about the meaning of the word prayer. It is the equivalent of communication and conversation between members of an earthly household. We are children of God, and we belong to the “household of faith”, and therefore the parallel is simple to follow. At its best, it is just talking to God as our Father, because we are His children. It is spontaneous, natural, and can take place anywhere, at any time of day or night, silently when travelling on a bus, out loud when walking in the fields. It should be a cherished activity, accepted as a great privilege, and should always be looked upon as a continuous contact between heaven and earth. [Read more…]