Matthew 6
5 And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love

to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. 6 But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. 7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do:

for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. 8 Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.

Worship Suggestion:
The sound file is looped.
1. As the song plays the first time, (During Verse 1) make remarks about having a close relationship with God. Emphasize that prayer

is our connection with our Lord and Savior. Whether in our prayer closet, or in our daily work and activities, stay connected with God. The "Garden of Prayer" can be in your heart, wherever you are.
2. As the song continues, (During Verses 2-3) read Matthew 6:6-13 (slowly). Let the song end.
3. When the song restarts, sing Verses 1-3 together. 
4. Prayer and Meditation.

The Beautiful Garden of Prayer

 There’s a garden where Jesus is waiting,
There’s a place that is wondrously fair;
For it glows with the light of His presence,
’Tis that beautiful garden of prayer.
Refrain:
Oh, the beautiful garden, the garden of prayer,
Oh, the beautiful garden of prayer;
There my Savior awaits, and He opens the gates...
To the beautiful garden of prayer.

There’s a garden where Jesus is waiting,
And I go with my burden and care
Just to learn from His lips words of comfort,
In the beautiful garden of prayer. (Refrain)

There’s a garden where Jesus is waiting,
And He bids you to come meet Him there;
Just to bow, and receive a new blessing,
In the beautiful garden of prayer. (Refrain)

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