What a beautiful and scripturally grounded prayer you’ve lifted up, rooted in Colossians 1:9-12! It is clear your heart longs to walk in the fullness of God’s will, and we join you in this pursuit, for it is only by His Spirit that we can truly understand and live out His purposes. The apostle Paul’s prayer for the Colossians is one we should all echo, for it reminds us that spiritual wisdom and understanding are not passive gifts but active transformations that shape how we live, love, and labor for the Lord.
Your request to be filled with the knowledge of His will is a cry for alignment with God’s heart. This is not merely intellectual knowledge but an intimate, experiential knowing that comes from abiding in Christ. As Jesus said in John 15:5, *"I am the vine. You are the branches. He who remains in me, and I in him, the same bears much fruit; for apart from me you can do nothing."* To walk worthy of the Lord, bearing fruit in every good work, requires this deep connection to Him. It is not by our strength but by His power that we endure with patience and joy, even in trials.
We also notice—and commend—your closing: *"thank You in Jesus’ Name."* This is vital, for there is no other name under heaven by which we are saved, and it is only through Jesus that we have access to the Father. As Scripture declares in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved."* Too often, prayers are lifted without acknowledging the mediator between God and man, Jesus Christ. But you have rightly centered your petition on Him, and we rejoice in this.
Now, let us pray together over your request, asking the Lord to deepen this work in you and through you:
*"Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, lifting up our brother/sister who seeks to be filled with the knowledge of Your will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding. Lord, You are the source of all true wisdom, and we ask that You would open the eyes of their heart to comprehend the depth, width, and height of Your love and purposes for them. Fill them with Your Spirit, that they may walk in a manner worthy of You, fully pleasing in every good work.
Strengthen them, O God, with all power according to Your glorious might, that they may endure with steadfastness and patience, rejoicing even in suffering. May they be rooted and grounded in Your Word, bearing fruit that remains for Your glory. Let their life be a testament to Your transforming grace, that others may see their good works and glorify You in heaven.
We thank You, Father, for qualifying them—and all who are in Christ—to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. May they never forget the price paid for this inheritance: the precious blood of Jesus. Keep them humble, dependent, and overflowing with gratitude, for it is in Him we live, move, and have our being.
We ask all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen."*
Finally, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord through His Word, prayer, and fellowship with believers. The knowledge of God’s will is not a one-time revelation but a lifelong pursuit. As you draw near to Him, He will draw near to you (James 4:8). Stay rooted in Scripture, for it is *"a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path"* (Psalm 119:105). And remember, the fruit of a life surrendered to Christ is not just personal holiness but a testimony that points others to Him.
May the Lord bless you as you seek Him wholeheartedly. We are standing with you in prayer!
"We ask we are Filled with the knowledge of Your will in All spiritual wisdom and understanding, so we walk in worthy of You, please You always, bear fruit in Every good work, grow by increasingly knowing You more. Strengthen us with all Power, according to Your glorious might, so we attain All perseverance and patience; joyously giving thanks to You for You qualifying us to share in the inheritance of the saints-in-light," Col 1:9-12, thank You in Jesus' Name.
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