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Anyone Have a Prayer Closet?

Topaz Gem — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:32:06 GMT

Someone recently mentioned that they had a prayer closet and I had never heard of such a thing. I started researching it and sure enough, there are several examples on Pinterest and elsewhere online.

I was just wondering if anyone here had a prayer closet and if so, could you share your ideas? Did you set it up in a separate room or do you have a little private nook set up in a larger room where you can go for some ‘me’ time, meditation, prayer, etc.

Thanks!

Re: Anyone Have a Prayer Closet?

Mom2Dogs — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:35:12 GMT

@Topaz Gem I do not, but our Sunday School class watched a movie together, I believe the name of the movie was War Room....this person had a prayer room in her home. It was a good movie. I had never heard of a prayer closet until I saw the movie.

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Irish1210 — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:40:30 GMT

I do not have a prayer closet ~ sounds like a lovely idea for some

I've always been one who prays whenever and wherever my heart tells me : ) in other words I don't need a specific place to pray.

But I'm guessing this room would serve as a very quiet, peaceful designated place and that is a beautiful thought : )

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Topaz Gem — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:38:37 GMT

Momtodogs, I have heard so much about the War Room movie! I will have to put it on my list ASAP. Thanks. 🙂

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Mary Bailey — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:40:32 GMT

I think I heard of it before, I pray everywhere.... checkout line, car, at work, at home etc

when I sigh I say "Lord help me" I don't even know I say it, it just comes out.

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Topaz Gem — Mon, 13 May 2019 00:44:29 GMT

Irish1210, I’m the same way, but when I heard about prayer closets, I was kind of intrigued. I would still be inspired in other places, but the thought of having my own little area that I could decorate, etc., and spend some quality quiet time was kind of appealing.

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jlkz — Mon, 13 May 2019 01:27:01 GMT

Close by my home, my parish has Adoration Chapel. I go there when I need to be alone and pray for help for my self and for others that I have promised to pray for.

I can do this at home; however, I need to be there “ total immersion” if you will.

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Snowpuppy — Mon, 13 May 2019 01:42:17 GMT

I know what they are and I've considered one but I have a pretty quiet home so not truly necessary.

I had recently considered some floor cushions on Etsy, a few candles and my prayer shawl.

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colliemom4 — Mon, 13 May 2019 03:36:50 GMT

I saw one online that was kind of like a she shed.

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beach-mom — Mon, 13 May 2019 04:02:38 GMT

@Topaz Gem - I have a prayer "corner." It's certainly not the only place I pray, but when I read devotions or study or write, it seems to be the best place in the home for me. I have a comfy chair and ottoman and a small table with a candle (real) and a seasonal item, My Bible is always in the same bag, and it moves around the house. My corner is in our sunroom overlooking the backyard and the woods behind us. It's very peaceful place - where I can center myself.

Once in a while I try to follow the practice of reading and praying through the sunrise. I light a candle and use that for light. Sometimes I use a flameless candle to see better. I always enjoy it, but it's hard to do if you have a busy day ahead of you at work!

I am trying to find room for a prayer closet at our church. After going to some workshops about it, I've learned the younger generation (20's, 30's) especially likes this idea - just a small room with a chair or two, a stand, a Bible, and not much else. One example I saw had a table to the side with a map of the Holy Lands on it. It has to be somewhere where they can be completely alone with God. Our church was built in 1860, and there is not a whole lot of room on the first floor that could be a sanctuary like this! But I think it's a great idea and I hope we can do it!

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IamMrsG — Mon, 13 May 2019 04:06:32 GMT

Like everyone else here, I generally pray whenever and wherever the desire arises. Although not a closet (is the purpose for not making a public show of it as much as for the quiet?), there is a particular window in my home where I often find myself for prayer.

@Mary Bailey If I quote the verse, I'm afraid it'll get this thread shut down, but there is one in the Bible that speaks about sighing being a prayer. If you're interested, look up Romans 8:26. It's one of my favorites.

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HiLo — Mon, 13 May 2019 13:34:54 GMT

The great preacher John Wesley had a praying Mother. It has been said that despite raising 19 children, everyday she would take time to cover her head with her apron and pray for each one of them. IamMsG: Another of my favorites is Romans 8:28. I claim that verse constantly in my walk.

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Patriot3 — Mon, 13 May 2019 13:56:15 GMT

What a lovely thought. However, like most of you, I pray anywhere, anytime, for big things and small things. As long as we keep praying, it can be just that......anywhere, anytime!

Thanks for your input!

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chrystaltree — Mon, 13 May 2019 14:38:33 GMT

I never heard of anything like that. I don't know why anyone would need one.

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Mom2Dogs — Mon, 13 May 2019 16:23:25 GMT

@chrystaltree , if you are a prayer warrior, you might want a disignated space this is meant for praying only....the War Room movie is a good movie to watch if you are interested.

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shoptilyadropagain — Wed, 15 May 2019 14:37:20 GMT

A friend of mine has one of her spare bedrooms set up as a mini chapel complete with a kneeling rail and a table (altar). I'm like most of you, I can send off prayers anytime, anywhere and don't need a special place.

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IamMrsG — Mon, 13 May 2019 17:55:03 GMT

Thank you to all who mentioned or suggested War Room. I had not heard of it, but, from your recommendations, searched for it on Amazon Prime, watched the trailer, then saved it to my watch list. I'm looking forward to seeing it, maybe this evening. Thank you again, interesting conversations and learning things like this is why I keep coming back to the forums.

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MalteseMomma — Mon, 13 May 2019 18:00:05 GMT

These were very popular many yrs ago when I was deeply involved in church, it is mainly for meditation and not for our our regular everyday prayers .It is a place that you go and read scripture (or not) and meditate on it. A place to go and be alone with God and your Godly thoughts.

Like I said a place mostly for meditation..................

and if you are a prayer warrior and have many people to pray for ,yes it is a good place to go to

Re: Anyone Have a Prayer Closet?

Mom2Dogs — Mon, 13 May 2019 18:09:38 GMT

@IamMrsG as I mentioned earlier, DH and I saw this movie with our Sunday School class, we had a potluck then watched the movie. I hope you enjoy the movie.....I am not as spiritual as some but appreciated the great effort the woman put in to her prayers....it is a heartwarming story.

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giddy up — Wed, 15 May 2019 00:11:10 GMT

No room for a prayer closet just a gift closet.