We first notice that Jesus was “Praying in a certain place.” Luke 11:1 Jesus had entered Bethany. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus lived there. Jesus was probably relaxing in the garden behind Martha’s house. He felt at home here and was comfortable. He spent the night in Bethany before his triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Most of us have places like this. We often call them “prayer closets.” My prayer closet is also my home office. We’ve lived in this house for 24 years, and over time, my office has become my prayer space. There is a sense of God’s presence here, and I treasure my moments with Him. In some ways, it has become my Bethel (see Gen 28).
