Here are six ideas to get you started:
1. Lifting hands – This position can put us in a place of praise to God or acknowledging our dependence on Him. David said, “Hear the voice of my supplications … when I lift up my hands toward your most holy place” (Ps. 28:2, MEV) When Moses lifted up his hands in prayer, it brought about a victory (Ex. 17:11).
2. Standing – Jesus said, “when you stand praying …” (Mark 11:25). I find this especially helpful if I am struggling with sleep while praying. Standing makes it very hard to fall asleep during my prayer time.
3. Sitting – Jesus was often sitting in conversation with people. I have done a video on a simple way to start a prayer life. It is like having coffee with Jesus.
4. Kneeling – Simply kneeling can put you in an attitude of humility that opens you up to hear from God. Solomon knelt in prayer at the dedication of the temple (2 Chron. 6:13). Kneeling has long been associated with prayer and for good reason: It puts you in a position to pray.
5. Prostrate – Taking the humility of kneeling a step further, you could lie flat on the floor in a prostrate position. Moses said he was in this position in repentance for the sins of Israel (Deut. 9:18). Although this may not be the best to try first while lying in bed while really tired, it is a great acknowledgement of our dependence on God.
6. Walking – Enoch and Noah are said to have walked with God. Whether this is a metaphor or not it is a great way to stay engaged while in prayer. The disciples definitely walked and talked with Jesus. If you enjoy the outdoors a prayer walk could be a great thing to try.
Which one of these could you add (or add back) to your prayer life? What other postures did I miss? Giving it a try could pull you out of a rut and into the fast lane with God again.
