WHEN THE “THOUGHT” COMES TO YOU THAT YOU MUST PRAY about a certain issue, be aware of the need for an IMMEDIATE response! The world – your own fleshly leaning away from God – is at the core when you decide
(1) “I’ll set aside some quality time to take care of that tonight!”
(2) “I’ll just finish what I’m doing here and then I’ll get to it!”
(3) “Just a minute, and I’ll do it!”
(4) “Okay, let’s see now, what do I need to do to get started?”

No! No! No! And, No! The call upon you was for immediacy. An instantaneous response – almost like a knee-jerk reaction is what was called for. Why? TO INTERCEPT AND OBLITERATE ANY WORLDLY MOTIVATION AT THE OUTSET !!

It was crucial that you respond instantaneously – without a second thought (you’ve already given the matter more than its share of second thoughts and third thoughts ad nauseum!)

A BETTER REACTION for future reference is to f-r-e-e-z-e-!! Stop everything dead in its tracks and listen. The Lord has a perfect message, tailor-made just for you! It may take Him a matter of seconds (or less) to impart what He wants you to know and then you’re on your way!

This is a glorious training you can agree with Jesus on. The moment you hear or feel His urging, just freeze and listen. He will tell you whether a sit-down for an hour or two in the near future are indicated. “Chances” are that won’t be necessary at all!