(nasa.gov)Today millions of people will be looking up (and i hope they are wearing the appropriate glasses) to view the solar eclipse. I must confess that I too am excited and want to see the eclipse and as I was walking to the mailbox I caught myself looking up. Thankfully it's overcast here in North East FL. and you cannot see the sun or my eyes would probably still be burning. It was in this moment that I had the thought, Wow, just think if all of us were looking up to the Lord, gazing upwards at God's glory in a posture of adoration. Then as they often do my thoughts run on and I wondered how many people look up when they pray? When was the last time you considered your prayer posture?
Prayer Posture:
In Church we hear, "Let us pray" and we bow our heads to pray, usually with eyes closed.
Standing. Hands up and opened (also called the orans position- one of the oldest), or standing with hands clasped. This form traditionally represents penitential, submissive, intercessory prayer. Also, standing while looking up in prayer shows confidence.
Kneeling. We all probably grew up using this form of bedside prayer. This posture first represented prayers for repentance or supplication.
Prostrate. Laying face down one's belly with eyes closed. This posture demonstrates humility and a sense of desperation.
Sitting. Head bowed, eyes closed. (I've read that this form of prayer wasn't common until after the advent of pews).
The most important thing is to pray. What a gift! The ability to communicate with our heavenly Father.
May God find you in whatever posture of prayer you are drawn to and as always may the grace of God be sufficient for all of your needs.
Pastor Brian
