When Jesus’ disciples asked Him to teach them to pray, He told them to ask God for this: “Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.” (Matthew 6:10) Christ-followers are supposed to pray for what God wants, not just what we want. We are called to align our desires with His so His kingdom can come within us and rule us from the inside out.
To do that, we need to believe that God exists and that He rewards those who diligently seek Him. (Hebrews 11:6) We need to continually absorb the Bible and let God the Holy Spirit reveal His will to us. With that kind of faith, we believe God answers our prayers.
Even as we struggle with disappointment, suffering, and brokenness, Christians are called to persist in praying, believing, praising, and thanking God. When we make requests to God, He gives us peace that passes understanding. (Philippians 4:8)
We learn to rely on the promise that “all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are the called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:24) No matter what, we continue to trust in and depend on the goodness of God. We’re learning to be content regardless of our circumstances. (Philippians 4:11) That’s how we are called to live. That’s true faith in God.
“My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus and His righteousness.” Is yours?
