I have been in some assemblies where it was not possible to discern when certain prayers commenced, or when they ended. This is something that is not to be tolerated. Scripture addresses the matter of public prayer, providing insight into the mind of the Lord on the matter. I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting . . . While there is diversity here, there is also focus.
Supplications are earnest pleas.
They are attended with by the element of urgency. Prayers are expressions of reliance upon God, including articulations of worship and adoration. These require us to view life from the heavenly perspective. We perceive life as an arena in which God works in response to our prayers. We will have to exercise diligence to maintain this perspective, but it can be done.