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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 2 – Intermediate)
Topic: Space (01/23/06)
SPACE INVASION


A quiet time, a place of solitude
To retreat into that world of prayer
All by myself, no noise to intrude
Into my space; all is clear.

Try as I might, it’s hard to explain
It happens over and over again
Thoughts unwelcome intercede
Interrupt connection with such speed.

A struggle to remove these uninvited guests
Meets strong opposition from these pests
This game in my space they enjoy playing
Take precious time away from praying.

I ask the Lord to intervene
To remove these creatures from the scene
I want to share this time with Him alone
Speak with Him as if I’m on the phone.

No distractions to invade my thoughts
As if praying was a game of sports
Direct communication with my Lord
No breaks, no gaps, to hear His Word.

So Lord I need your helping hand
Lead me to that solitary place
Before I reach that Promised Land
Help me, Jesus, to find my space.
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Cheryl Harrison
02/02/06
Cute title. Been there, done that...oh, how we struggle against invisible distractions when we choose to pray. May God grant us space to pray that has only been invaded by His Spirit. Good job.
Amanda D'costa
02/26/06
This is good. You write well, I must give you that!


Distractions during our willingness to pray is one of the eternal battles.... and we can overcome this only through prayer.
Linda Watson Owen
05/24/06
Phyllis, I missed reading this when it was submitted awhile back, but glad I happened on it now. What a very practical and real problem you've shown here! How well I know the feeling. I think you've done a wonderful job capturing the frustration with inner distractions when yearning to just be with the Lord alone!