"And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him." (v. 7-8)
Yesterday we learned that prayer is not about what we say, but to also listen to what the Lord has to say to us. It not only builds our relationship with the Lord, but it helps understand our Father's will. Prayer is not about attempting to convince God to do good things. It is not to plead to change His mind. It is to learn of HIs will for us.
It is not about just the listening part of prayer, but also about what we say or think. As we begin to pray, not only do we look at ourselves and our circumstance, but also about God. We must begin by having faith in Him, have some understanding, and then attempt to make our request in tune with His will.
It is true that we must ask in order to receive. However, it is ultimately for our benefit by drawing closer to Him and learning about His will for us. Therefore, if we seek to understand His will for us, then we must take time to pray to Him.
2 comments:
i enjoyed your devotions on prayer. i just happened to stop by and read your 'blog! (no accident.)
bigshoulders
Thank you for sharing this with me bigshoulders. Your comments were an inspiration. Truth be known, I had missed doing my devotions that morning. I felt a nudge to do this that evening. I can see why. God is so good.
God bless bigshoulders!
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