GRACE Method
- Groundwork
- Find a quiet space and clear your mind of distractions
- Reverence
- Recognize God is great and is in control
- Express gratitude for blessings and humble yourself mentally
- Authentic Communication
- Honestly in plain language speak your thoughts/feelings, and the needs/struggles of those around you as well as yourself to God
- Clarity of Intention
- Be specific in your requests for others as well as your own personal growth
- Expectation
- Believe in God for the outcomes of his plan (He will do more than we think–let him guide you)
Additional Practical Tips:
- Practice regularly
- Journal your prayers/reflections
- Listen as much as you speak
- Be patient with the process
- Remain open to unexpected answers