Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:9-13, 31-34; Romans 12:1-2
Key Scripture: “Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.” — Matthew 6:10
Devotional Reading
There is a remarkable order in the prayer Jesus taught His disciples.
Before praying for daily bread, He taught them to pray:
“Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done.”
This teaches us something important about prayer: God’s kingdom and God’s will must have priority.
Yes, Jesus taught us to pray for daily provision. He cares about our needs. He taught us to pray about forgiveness, protection and deliverance.
But our needs do not come before God’s kingdom and will.
Prayer therefore brings our desires under the greater purpose of God.
This does not mean that we cannot ask God for our needs. We can and should. But seek for alignment with His will in everything. When there is a conflict with God’s will, put aside your desires and follow His.
The goal of prayer is not merely to get God to do what we want. It is to bring us into alignment with what He wants.
Personal Reflection
- Is God’s will truly the priority of my prayer life?
Life Application
- Before presenting your personal requests today, consciously surrender your plans and desires to God’s kingdom and will.
Prayer Points
- Father, let Your will be done in my life. Help me to trust Your wisdom above my own understanding.
- Align my desires with Your purposes.