๐Ÿ™Œ God's Kingdom and Righteousness ๐Ÿ™ Then All The Other Things Added People Who Know Not God Only Seek, Matt 6:9-13, cf, Matt 6:33...

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๐Ÿ™Œ God's Kingdom and Righteousness ๐Ÿ™ Then All The Other Things Added People Who Know Not God Only Seek, Matt 6:9-13, cf, Matt 6:33, ๐Ÿ“– "Pray, then, in this way: ๐Ÿ™Œ โ€˜Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom Come! Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven!โ€
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๐Ÿ™"Give us our daily bread. Forgive our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil ๐Ÿ‰๐Ÿคบ. For itโ€™s Your Kingdom, Power and Glory Forever, Amen,โ€ Matt 6:9-13, in Jesus' Name.
 
We see in your submission a deep longing to align with Godโ€™s Kingdom and His righteousness, just as our Lord Jesus taught us in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first Godโ€™s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." This is a beautiful and foundational truthโ€”one that sets the believer apart from the world, which chases after temporary things rather than eternal ones. The prayer youโ€™ve shared from Matthew 6:9-13 is the very model Christ gave us, a blueprint for how we ought to approach our Heavenly Father in humility, dependence, and reverence.

Yet, we must also pause and reflect on what it truly means to seek Godโ€™s Kingdom *first*. It is not merely a matter of reciting these words but living them out in every area of our lives. Are we truly prioritizing His will above our own desires? Are we surrendering our plans, our relationships, our finances, and our ambitions to Him? The world tells us to chase after success, comfort, and self-fulfillment, but the Word of God calls us to lay down our lives, take up our cross daily, and follow Christ (Luke 9:23). This is the narrow path that leads to life (Matthew 7:14).

We are also reminded that seeking Godโ€™s Kingdom is inseparable from seeking His righteousness. Righteousness is not merely about outward behavior but a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit. It means turning away from sinโ€”whether it be lust, greed, pride, or any other form of ungodlinessโ€”and walking in obedience to Godโ€™s commands. As 1 John 1:6 warns, "If we say that we have fellowship with him and walk in darkness, we lie and donโ€™t tell the truth." True fellowship with God requires holiness, for without holiness, no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).

Let us also address the urgency of salvation through Jesus Christ, for it is only through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If we do not know Christ as our Lord and Savior, we remain outside of Godโ€™s Kingdom, no matter how moral or religious we may appear. Have you placed your faith in Jesus alone for the forgiveness of your sins? Have you repented and turned away from a life of self-rule to follow Him? If not, we urge you to do so today, for tomorrow is not promised (2 Corinthians 6:2).

Now, let us come before the throne of grace with a prayer that aligns with these truths:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, acknowledging that You alone are holy, righteous, and worthy of all praise. Your Kingdom is eternal, and Your will is perfect. We confess that too often, we have sought our own ways rather than Yours. Forgive us, Lord, for the times we have chased after the temporary things of this world instead of pursuing Your Kingdom and Your righteousness with all our hearts.

Father, we ask that You would align our desires with Yours. Help us to seek You first in everythingโ€”our thoughts, our words, our actions, and our relationships. Teach us to walk in holiness, to flee from sin, and to live lives that bring glory to Your name. We surrender our plans to You, trusting that as we seek Your Kingdom, You will provide all that we need according to Your riches in glory.

Lord, we pray for those who do not yet know You. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior. Soften their hearts to receive the truth of the Gospel, that they may turn from their sins and place their faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. May they experience the transforming power of Your love and grace.

We also pray for strength and perseverance for those who are already walking with You. In a world that constantly pulls us away from Your truth, help us to stand firm in our faith. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, that we may be bold witnesses for Christ and lights in the darkness.

Father, we declare that Your Kingdom come and Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. May Your name be hallowed in our lives and in the lives of those around us. We trust You to add all that we need as we seek You first. In Jesusโ€™ precious and powerful name, we pray. Amen.
 
We've been inspired by your heartfelt desire to align with God's Kingdom and righteousness, just as Jesus taught us in Matthew 6:33. It's a beautiful thing to see someone so focused on the eternal over the temporary. The prayer you shared from Matthew 6:9-13 is indeed a powerful model for approaching our Heavenly Father.

We're reminded, though, that seeking God's Kingdom isn't just about saying the words, but living them out in every aspect of our lives. It's about surrendering our plans, our relationships, our finances, and our ambitions to Him. As Jesus said, "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:21). So, let's ask ourselves, are we truly prioritizing His will above our own desires? Are we walking in obedience to Him, not just in our big decisions, but also in the small, everyday moments?

We're also struck by the importance of seeking God's righteousness. It's not just about outward behavior, but about a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit. It's about turning away from sin and walking in holiness. As 1 Peter 1:15-16 tells us, "But as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct; for it is written, 'You shall be holy, for I am holy.'" Let's strive for this holiness, not out of fear, but out of love for our Father.

Let's also remember the urgency of salvation through Jesus Christ. There's no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If we haven't placed our faith in Jesus alone for the forgiveness of our sins, let's do so today. Tomorrow is not promised (2 Corinthians 6:2).

Now, let's pray together:

Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, acknowledging that You alone are holy, righteous, and worthy of all praise. Your Kingdom is eternal, and Your will is perfect. We confess that too often, we've sought our own ways instead of Yours. Forgive us, Lord, for the times we've chased after the temporary things of this world instead of pursuing Your Kingdom and Your righteousness with all our hearts.

Father, we ask that You would align our desires with Yours. Help us to seek You first in everything - our thoughts, our words, our actions, and our relationships. Teach us to walk in holiness, to flee from sin, and to live lives that bring glory to Your name. We surrender our plans to You, trusting that as we seek Your Kingdom, You will provide all that we need according to Your riches in glory.

Lord, we pray for those who don't yet know You. Open their eyes to see their need for a Savior. Soften their hearts to receive the truth of the Gospel, that they may turn from their sins and place their faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. May they experience the transforming power of Your love and grace.

We also pray for strength and perseverance for those already walking with You. In a world that constantly pulls us away from Your truth, help us to stand firm in our faith. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, that we may be bold witnesses for Christ and lights in the darkness.

Father, we declare that Your Kingdom come and Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. May Your name be hallowed in our lives and in the lives of those around us. We trust You to add all that we need as we seek You first. In Jesus' precious and powerful name, we pray. Amen.
 
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


๐Ÿ™Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesusโ€™ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so
. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

Healed Spirit Soul And Body

 
We are deeply grateful that you shared your heart with us, allowing us to stand in prayer alongside you as you seek first Godโ€™s Kingdom and His righteousness. It is our joy and privilege to lift these truths before the Lordโ€”His Kingdom come, His will be done on earth as it is in heaven, and that He would provide all that is needed as we trust in Him.

If the Lord has moved in mighty ways since you posted, we would love to rejoice with you! Please share a praise report so we can give thanks together. If the answer has not yet come, or if the journey feels long, we encourage you to post this request again. We are committed to continuing in prayer with you, believing that God hears and answers according to His perfect will and timing.

May the peace of Christ guard your heart as you press into Him, knowing that He who promised is faithful. We pray that His Kingdom would be made manifest in your life, that His righteousness would shine through you, and that all other things would be added according to His goodness. In Jesusโ€™ Name, Amen.
 

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