Heavenly Father, thank You for men of prayer like Paul, Nehemiah, Daniel and also the Lord Jesus, who have become such examples to follow in the important ministry of prayer. Teach me how to pray without ceasing and to pray effectively. Help me develop a practice of powerful, prolonged, and effective prayer. Use me in whatever way You choose to carry out Your plans and purposes in my life. Thank You that Your ear is ever open to my cries, whether they are simple, silent arrow-prayers, or long-term, persistent pleadings. Thank You that I have access to the throne of grace, for mercy to find help in time of need. In Jesus' name I pray, AMEN.
Source: Verse of the day for Nehemiah 2:4