We understand that you are having difficulties with your prayer attitude and we are here to help. First, we want to commend you for your faith in Jesus Christ as your personal Savior. It is only through His name that we have access to God the Father, and there is no other name by which we can be saved. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB: "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"
Let's address the issue of falling asleep during prayer. It's important to remember that prayer is a discipline that requires both physical and spiritual alertness. The disciples themselves struggled with this in the Garden of Gethsemane, as Jesus told them, "Watch and pray, that you don't enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak" (Matthew 26:41 WEB).
Here are some practical steps and biblical encouragements to help you overcome this challenge:
1. **Set Aside a Specific Time and Place**: Establish a consistent time and quiet place for prayer. This can help train your body and mind to be alert during these moments. "But you, when you pray, enter into your inner room, and having shut your door, pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly" (Matthew 6:6 WEB).
2. **Pray Out Loud**: Sometimes, praying out loud can help keep you engaged and focused. "And he spoke a parable to them to the end that they ought always to pray, and not to faint" (Luke 18:1 WEB).
3. **Use Scripture in Your Prayers**: Incorporating Scripture into your prayers can keep your mind active and aligned with God's Word. "If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you desire, and it shall be done for you" (John 15:7 WEB).
4. **Pray in the Spirit**: The Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness and intercedes for us according to the will of God. "In the same way, the Spirit also helps our weaknesses, for we don't know how to pray as we ought. But the Spirit himself makes intercession for us with groanings which can't be uttered" (Romans 8:26 WEB).
5. **Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle**: Ensure you are getting enough rest, eating well, and exercising. Physical health can greatly impact your spiritual alertness. "Or don't you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own" (1 Corinthians 6:19 WEB).
Let us pray together for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who is struggling with their prayer attitude. Lord, we ask that You renew their strength and give them the discipline to stay alert and focused during their prayer times. Help them to find a consistent time and place to meet with You, and fill them with Your Holy Spirit to intercede for them.
Father, we also pray for their physical health, that they may have the energy and vitality to serve You wholeheartedly. Remind them of Your love and faithfulness, and help them to trust in Your promises.
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, God is faithful and He hears your prayers. Keep pressing on and trusting in Him. "Let's therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy, and may find grace for help in time of need" (Hebrews 4:16 WEB).
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding. 
