On the matter of time spent praying, there are two questions: how often should we pray, and, how long should we pray? The first has to do with the frequency of praying, and the other with the amount of time spent praying.

And the answer is: as often and as long as is needed.

Says Spurgeon: I always feel that there is something wrong of I go without prayer for even half an hour in the day

We can and should do likewise!

Start small with a daily commitment, trust the habit will naturally deepen over time, and prayer becomes the most precious part of the day.

I did this. I used to think: “15 minutes, check-off, good to go.” Then I learned that it’s relational, spending precious time with one you love. And now 15 seems too little.

Podcast Notes

Start Small, Grow Consistently: Begin with just 15 minutes of daily prayer. It’s achievable and can become the sweetest part of your day as your relationship deepens.

Prayer Is Essential: Like Daniel and Epaphras, believers are called to pray constantly — not because it’s easy, but because temptation and need are constant.

Epaphras: The Quiet Intercessor: A humble, hardworking servant who “wrestled in prayer” for others. It wasn’t for fame, but for their spiritual maturity and steadfastness.

Make Time, Sacrifice Something: Replace 15 minutes of scrolling, TV, or leisure with prayer, and treat it like a non-negotiable appointment with God.

Challenge: Commit to one week of 15-minute daily prayer—then reflect: Did it feel like a chore… or a gift? Let us know how it went!

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