I have another question along that same plane....
Will God answer a read a prayer? For instance, the prayer Shimmie posted. I wrote it down because I am forgetful and I probably couldn't remember the words if I would want to recite it. I intend to use it but will it be any less sincere than one off the top of my head. If this is a dumb question
Bless your heart...
Of course He will. You don't have to pray what I wrote, verbatim. It's just a guide; which is why I shared you can use your own words.
You're so precious.
Just pray from your heart. "Lord take over my heart and pray through me...in Jesus' Name, Amen."
Just pray however your heart prays to welcome Him to take over.
You know what? There are times when I'm not 'flowing' with the Holy Spirit, because of distractions or I simply do not know what to say or pray. I will pray the original prayer above to cleanse my spirit.
But here's another example: In Ministry, we get many, many prayer requests and often it may be urgent for me to pray 'instantly' so that it brings immediate peace to the person 'waiting'. It happens often when I see threads here or in my PM box and I'm at my desk, yet I can't leave the person waiting for prayer. My auto prayer is, "Lord what shall I pray?" This is how I am able to 'move' with Him and not guess about the situation and what it calls for.
God is all knowing, I am not. I have no clue but He does, therefore when I pray, I first invite the Holy Spirit to pray through me. Otherwise, I'll miss the mark.
You know what, your heart to please God is a Delight to Him. Your prayers are a 'main' attraction to His ear. Don't ever doubt that your very own personal words of invitation, will be unheard or unanswered. Use your words, your invitation and watch Him appear in every prayer of your heart.
Blessings angel.