Quiet time with the Lord matters. Spending time with Him—reading His Word and in prayer—enables us to draw close. Ultimately, it’s about relationship. God wants intimacy with us; he wants us to live the life he created us for, to walk in faith and obedience to his will. But how do we do that? In a world full of distractions, how can we learn to be still and draw close to God?

he Greater Work: How Prayer Positions You to Receive All that Grace Intends to Give provides valuable guidance to learn why, how, and what you should pray. I think you will find this book to be an excellent resource for developing a prayer life based on biblical truth.

Paul’s advice from Philippians 4:6-7 is to turn our worries into prayers. Here’s a list of 10 additional Bible verses that speak to fear and anxiety. While we all have different levels of anxiety about the recent coronavirus and its economic impact, I don’t know anyone that doesn’t struggle with worry, anxiety, and fear about something. Perhaps having a simple list to reference will help you navigate whatever struggles you may be facing.