Have you looked at the example Jesus gave in Matthew 6 for prayer recently? If you are reading this you know the one. I learned it in King James. But the version I am using today is New American Standard. Look at it in whatever version you prefer.
It is plural. That model prayer is covering more than the one praying. It is a corporate prayer. Short, to the point, covers necessities, perhaps because of the crowds gathered Jesus chose to use plural pronouns.
In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Romans 8:26-27
Perhaps that is Paul’s reason, as well, in Romans 8, as he addresses the people of that place with the reminder of the intercession of the Holy Spirit.
I know my prayers can be strained. Limited by my short attention span. Inadequate for the One to Whom they are addressed.
Many times they are plural. So I cover in prayer anyone that runs through my mind.
But it’s personal. Prayer can be corporate. It can be held where two or more are gathered. But it is also very personal and intimate.
“But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you. Matthew 6:6
No fancy words needed. No repetitious quotes. No shouting needed.
Just an open heart sitting in a quiet space welcoming the Almighty into the moment.
Praying you find yourself chatting with Him today.
