In the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up the house and want out to a secluded place and was praying there (Mark 1:35)
An alter is a scored structure upon which offering and sacrifices are made for religious purposes, it occupies a prominent place in the sanctuary because of its importance and significance,
“Do not take advantage of the widow or the fatherless.
If you do and they cry out to me, I will certainly hear their cry. My anger will be aroused, and I will kill you with the sword; your wives will become widows and your children fatherless. “If you lend money to one of my people among you who is needy, do not treat it like a business deal; charge no interest. If you take your neighbor’s cloak as a pledge, return it by sunset (Exo. 22:22-26).
An altar is a place where the supernatural intercept the natural.
( Exo.20:24b), Deniel had understand of the supernatural- natural connection possibility, he paid attention to his personal alter and he did not lack supernatural experiences and help from God(Dan 6:10, 16, 23)
God expect that has his children we should communicate with him to take charge of the day and draw strength that will enable us face and overcome every situation of the day, it is expected of us as children of God to daily draw strength from our maker. Looking through the scripture, we can find out that God is highly interested in us seeking him early (Exo. 34:4, pro.8:34) and in doing that there are blessing attached to it. Mysteries always unfold in the morning (Exo. 8:20).
Two things that cannot be overemphasized as benefit of seeking God early on our personal alter are; daily blessings (PS 63:1,Ps68:19) and strength (Isa40: 31, Ps103:20)
CONCLUSION
Having discovered the importance of seeking the Lord, it is then expedient that we diligently build up our personal alter, over time men have encountered God and have gotten a word for their lives and generation at their various personal alters, do ensure your period of service is carefully put into use in building your personal relationship with God.
