ONE TRAIN MAY NOT BE ENOUGH

to hold all those looking for solitude. At least for awhile. I also find it interesting that it's dark outside while people are racing for solitude. Is it early evening or the darkest hour just before dawn as the Mamas and Papas sang to us about so many years ago?

I opted for early morning. At a time that Jesus in the book of Matthew sought solitude. First thing in the morning. And what do we find Him doing? Praying. Alone. Having a devotional with God.

In BSF this week, our last discussion question asked if we had a morning prayer time with God. One man in my group shared that as soon as he rolls out of bed in the morning he's on his knees submitting to the Lord. He continues with a 45 minute study of scripture. Before he starts his day.

He doesn't leave Jesus at the breakfast table, as I've heard it called. I'm certainly guilty of that on most days. Breakfast is the only meal that I don't ask the blessing for. Why not? Well, I usually eat on the run. And in segments. And before the computer. So that's ok, right? Well, no it's not. It's never right to have separation from God.

So solitude, quiet time, prayer time, devotionals are all vital to stay in touch. To check in with the Father. He never puts us on hiatus. We certainly don't want to do that to Him. If we can't follow the example of Steve, my BSF buddy, we can still get on that train to Solitude. Find the time and place. And do it until it feels bad when you don't.