10 Rules For Effective Prayer

1. Set aside a few minutes each day. Do not say anything,
simply practice thinking about God. This will make your
mind spiritually receptive.

2. Pray out loud using simple, natural words. Tell God
anything that is on your mind. Talk to God in your own
language, He understands it.

3. Pray as you go about the business of the day. On the
train, bus, or at your desk. Utilize minute prayers by
closing your eyes to shut out the world and
concentrating briefly on God's presence.

4. Do not always ask when you pray, but instead affirm
that God's blessings are being given, and spend most
of your prayers giving thanks.

5. Pray with the belief that sincere prayers can reach out
and surround your loved ones with God's love and protection.

6. Never use a negative thought in prayer. Only positive
thoughts get results.

7. Always express willingness to accept God's will. Ask for
what you want, but be willing to take what God gives you.
It may be better than what you asked for.

8. Practice the attitude of putting everything into God's
hands. Ask for the ability to do your best and confidently
leave the rest to God.

9. Pray for people you do not like or have mistreated you.
Resentment is blockade No.1 to spiritual power.

10. Make a list of people for whom to pray. The more you
pray for other people, especially those not connected
with you, the more results will come back to you.

- Norman Vincent Peale