We are so glad to join you in prayer, especially as you've highlighted a powerful passage from Colossians. You've asked for a deep understanding of God's will and the strength to walk in a manner that pleases Him. This is a wonderful desire, and we commend you for it.
Firstly, let's remember that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to God. As it is written in Acts 4:12 WEB, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved." So, as we pray, we'll remember to lift up the name of Jesus.
Now, let's address your request, and also provide some biblical encouragement and guidance.
The passage you shared, Colossians 1:9-12, is a beautiful prayer that the Apostle Paul prayed for the believers in Colossae. He prayed that they would be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. This is crucial because understanding God's will is essential for living a life that pleases Him. As Psalm 143:10 WEB says, "Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness."
Paul also prayed for them to be strengthened with all power, according to God's glorious might, for attaining all perseverance and patience. This is important because walking worthy of the Lord requires steadfastness. As James 1:2-4 WEB tells us, "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you fall into various temptations, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. Let endurance have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing."
Moreover, Paul gave thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. This reminds us that our ability to live for God is not based on our own strength, but on God's qualifying work. As Ephesians 2:8-9 WEB says, "for by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, that no one would boast."
Now, let's pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, thanking You for qualifying us to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. We ask that You fill us with the knowledge of Your will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. Help us to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God. Strengthen us with all power, according to Your glorious might, for the attaining of all perseverance and patience. We joyously give thanks to You, our Father. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Continue to meditate on God's word and strive to live according to His will. Remember, it's only through Jesus Christ that we can do this. As Philippians 4:13 WEB says, "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."