(Glad Tidings of Good Things, Jacksonville (AL) Church of Christ, Vol. 6, May 18, 2000, p. 1.) “…men ought always to pray, and not to faint” (Luke 18:1). Pray Immediately Upon Rising In what better way can we begin the day than by thanking God for his protection and care during the night and by asking his guidance and help during the coming day. Pray Before Every Meal God has provided for our every need in such a bountiful manner. Surely, the least we can do is express our gratitude as we sit down to enjoy each meal! When we eat in restaurants, a few moments of silent prayer may serve for the audible prayer which we pray around our tables at home. Pray at Set Times The ancient Jews, and others, found it helpful to reserve certain periods of the day for prayer. We may find it helpful, too. Those regular times serve as reminders and help to keep the busy, on-rushing world from crowding out our periods of communion with God. Pray With the Whole Family There is something particularly wonderful about a prayer in which both children and parents have a part. Pray When You Feel Discouraged Most of us need little encouragement to pray when we feel discouraged or when we face some special problem. At such times, prayer comes unsought. It is a great comfort to know God listens to our prayers in times of crisis. One of the greatest privileges of the Christian is