David recounted his devotion to morning prayer in proclaiming: “In the morning You shall hear my voice.” Prayer warriors through the ages, including even Jesus, have been devoted to early morning prayer. However, does the hour at which we pray really matter? What is so special about rising early to pray? We consider insights from early Christian writer Cyprian of Carthage; as well as William Law’s challenging classic, A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life, regarding the importance of early morning prayer. WARNING: This lesson may disrupt your early morning sleep schedule!