Our prayers are not always received by the Lord, especially when there are things within us that should not exist. If we do not focus on speaking to God, we will fail to address the sins that need to be confessed and genuinely abandoned. We will not be praying, but merely attempting to soothe our conscience. Prayer is about connecting with the Father through His Word and listening to Him to learn how to end sin in our lives (Psalm 139:23-24).

         There is no better place to pray truly than in your own home, knowing that no one will overhear or record your words. When speaking to the Father, keep your cell phone away so that distractions do not interfere with your prayer. Never pretend to talk to God while returning to sin (Galatians 6:7-8). Jesus said, 'When you pray'—this implies we are not always praying. Only cry out to God if you are sure that you will be answered; this is biblical (James 4:1-10).

         ‘Go into your room,’ is the Lord’s instruction (Matthew 6:6). Your place of rest is the blessed place to open your heart and speak to Him about everything that troubles you and the temptations that seek to lead you into sin. In the same space where you rest your body, you can also rest your soul. When you go to bed, remain in the presence of the Creator until sleep comes, without dwelling on sin (Psalm 3:4-5; 4:8). Consecrate yourself to God!

         Shut your door so that others do not hear what you speak to the Lord. Our communion with Heaven must be daily so that we remain in God's presence, shielded from the devil and his temptations. You have the choice to live in God's peace or to yield to sin. Stand firm in your faith in Christ when confronted with temptation. To resist thinking about error, you must watch and pray (Mark 14:38).

         A Christian should pray only to God, our Father, the One who alone can deliver us from temptation. The Almighty knows everyone's heart and recognizes those who do not wish to do the enemy's will. In your room, seek

God's presence until your heart rejoices. Then pray according to the biblical model that Jesus taught. Do not use vain repetitions, but be earnest (Matthew 6:7-13).

         The Christian prays to the One who sees the hidden, God the Father. Present your requests and desires, and the Word will reveal them to you. Never give in to the enemy's lies, or the Most High will not hear your cries. Praying with doubt will not benefit you (James 1:6-8). Praise and speak to the Lord until the joy of Heaven fills your heart, and, in holy confidence, command evil to depart.

         We cry out in secret, in our chambers, in Your presence! What we desire most is to overcome in order to glorify Your Name, and we will testify that we have received Your help.

           In Christ, with love,

           R. R. Soares