A Jew is connected with Hashem, not only while he Davens or engages in a mitzvah,  but during every moment of his life.  The moment he opens his eyes in the morning and recites Modeh Ani, he declares that he is aware that he is in Hashem’s presence.

When he retires at night, he does not go to sleep until he reaffirms his commitment to Hashem by reciting the Shema. ~ R’ Shimshon Pincus z”tl