I often hear people say they’re too busy to pray. Life gets in the way—whether it’s work, family, or just the daily hustle that never seems to end. But my experience taught me that even in the busiest seasons of life, we can always find time to pray. It’s about being intentional and creative with our time. When I worked in the banking industry, it was no different.
Turning Breaks Into Blessings: Finding Time for Prayer in My Work Life
In the midst of tight schedules and constant customer demands, I carved out moments to connect with God. My car became my sanctuary during breaks. Whether I was parked in a quiet corner of the lot or just a few feet away from the office, I used that time to talk to God, read His Word, and center myself. Some days, the weather wouldn’t cooperate—rain, snow, or blistering heat would make the car less inviting. On those days, I found another refuge: the bathroom. Yes, even in the most unlikely of places, prayer can happen. It wasn’t about the location, but the heart behind it. Wherever I could find quiet, I prayed.
Staying Grounded: The Power of Prayer in a Busy Work Environment
Along with these moments of prayer, I made time to read my Bible. I’d carry it with me, flipping through its pages during breaks or when I had a lull at my desk. It became my way of guarding my mind from the distractions and stresses that often crept in. Through these moments of communion with God, I stayed focused, grounded, and spiritually aligned, even in the busiest times. It wasn’t always easy—there were challenges.
Overcoming Distractions: Finding Time for Prayer in a Busy Schedule
Initially, some of my colleagues didn’t understand what I was doing. I heard the whispers, the chuckles, and even the outright comments about being “that holy Christian.” At first, it was hard to be singled out, but I knew deep in my spirit that God was calling me to do this. No amount of ridicule was going to stop me. In fact, the more I prayed, the more I saw God move. Slowly, the chatter began to die down, and I noticed something amazing: God was removing obstacles and even moving people out of my way. He was also bringing people to me who needed prayer, often without them knowing it.
Prayers in Unexpected Places: How God Moved in My Workday
One powerful testimony stands out to me. During one of my bathroom prayer moments, I felt a nudge from the Holy Spirit to pray for a woman I had barely interacted with before. I struck up some small talk with her, asking her name and how she was doing. As we talked, I felt led to tell her to be of good cheer and that God was going to bless her with a baby. She was shocked, as she had been praying for a child but had seen no progress. Right there, in the bathroom, we prayed together, believing that God would move in His perfect timing.
Months passed, and to my delight, this woman found me and told me she was pregnant! We cried together, rejoicing in the miracle that only God could perform. I still remember the contrast between our first meeting and that moment—she had gone from despair to joy, and I was honored to witness how God had worked through a simple prayer in an unlikely place.
Finding Sacred Moments: How I Made Time for Prayer in a Busy Workday
This is why I believe so strongly in the power of prayer. It grounds us in our relationship with God and opens us up to hearing His voice more clearly. When we make time to pray, no matter how busy or inconvenient life seems, we are positioning ourselves to be used by Him in incredible ways. We become sensitive to His leading, and before we know it, we are not just praying for ourselves but for others, often in ways that can change lives.
So, my encouragement to you is simple: always find time for prayer. Whether it’s in your car, at your desk, or even in a bathroom stall, God is there, waiting to meet with you. And in those moments, you may be surprised at how He not only strengthens you but also uses you to bless others.
All praises be to the Most High God!
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