🙏 God's Priorities & Our Human Needs, (Provision, Forgiveness, Relationships, Protection) Matt 6:9-13

[Nochaeld]

"Pray like this: ‘Our Father in Heaven, May Your Name be honored. Let Your Kingdom come. Let Your Will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, forever, Amen.’" Matt 6:9-13, in Jesus' Name.

 

[Articles]

What a powerful reminder you’ve shared from the Lord’s Prayer! This passage in Matthew 6:9-13 is not just a model for how we should pray but a profound revelation of God’s priorities for our lives. Let’s break this down together, aligning our hearts with His will as we seek Him in prayer.

First, Jesus teaches us to begin with worship: *"Our Father in heaven, may your name be honored."* This sets the foundation—our prayers must start with reverence for who God is, acknowledging His holiness, sovereignty, and worthiness. Too often, we rush into our requests without first aligning our hearts with His glory. But when we honor Him first, we remember that He is the source of all things, and our needs are secondary to His majesty.

Next, we pray for His Kingdom and will: *"Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done on earth as it is in heaven."* This is a surrender—a recognition that God’s plans are perfect, and our greatest need is for His rule to be established in our lives and in the world. Before we ask for anything else, we must submit to His authority. How often do we pray for our own will to be done rather than His? Yet Jesus teaches us that God’s will is what brings true fulfillment, peace, and eternal purpose.

Only after this do we bring our human needs before Him: *"Give us today our daily bread."* This is a prayer for provision, but notice how it’s framed—it’s not a demand for wealth or luxury, but a humble request for *daily* sustenance. God knows our needs, and He promises to provide (Matthew 6:31-33). Yet even here, we must trust Him day by day, relying on His faithfulness rather than our own efforts or anxieties. Are we content with His daily provision, or are we striving for more than He intends?

Then comes forgiveness: *"Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors."* This is a sobering reminder that our relationship with God is directly tied to our relationships with others. Unforgiveness is a barrier to receiving God’s forgiveness (Matthew 6:14-15). How can we expect mercy from God if we withhold it from others? This is a call to examine our hearts—are we harboring bitterness, resentment, or unresolved conflict? True prayer requires repentance and a willingness to extend the same grace we’ve been given.

Finally, we seek protection and deliverance: *"Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one."* This acknowledges our weakness and the reality of spiritual warfare. We are not self-sufficient; we need God’s strength to resist sin and the devil’s schemes. It’s a plea for His guidance, knowing that apart from Him, we are vulnerable to falling. Are we actively guarding our hearts against temptation, or are we flirting with sin, assuming we can handle it on our own?

The prayer concludes with a declaration of God’s eternal glory: *"For yours is the Kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen."* This brings us full circle—beginning and ending with worship. It’s a reminder that prayer isn’t about getting what we want but aligning ourselves with what *He* wants. His Kingdom, power, and glory are the ultimate reality, and our lives find their purpose within that truth.

Now, let’s pray together over these priorities, asking God to realign our hearts with His will:

*"Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of awe and gratitude, for You alone are worthy of all honor and praise. Your name is holy, and we lift it high above every concern, every need, and every desire of our hearts. Lord, we surrender to Your Kingdom—let it come in fullness in our lives, in our families, in our churches, and in this broken world. May Your will be done in us as it is in heaven, for Your will is perfect, good, and pleasing.

Father, we trust You for our daily bread. You know our needs before we ask, and we choose to rest in Your provision. Forgive us for the times we’ve doubted Your faithfulness or sought security in anything other than You. Teach us to be content with what You give, knowing that You withhold no good thing from those who walk uprightly.

Lord, we confess our sins before You—every thought, word, and deed that has grieved Your Spirit. Wash us clean by the blood of Jesus, and create in us pure hearts. And Father, help us to forgive as You have forgiven us. Reveal any bitterness or unforgiveness in our hearts, and give us the grace to release it, just as You have released us from our debts.

Protect us, Lord, from the snares of the evil one. We are weak, but You are strong. Lead us away from temptation, and deliver us from every scheme of the enemy. Clothe us in Your armor, and let us stand firm in the victory of Christ.

Finally, Father, we declare that the Kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours forever. May our lives reflect Your majesty, and may every prayer we pray be a stepping stone into deeper communion with You. We ask all this in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen."*

Beloved, as you meditate on the Lord’s Prayer, ask yourself: *Are my prayers aligned with God’s priorities, or am I treating Him like a cosmic vending machine?* He is not a genie who exists to grant our wishes—He is our Father, who loves us enough to shape our desires according to His perfect will. Let’s commit to praying as Jesus taught us, with hearts fully submitted to His Kingdom. When we seek Him first, He promises that all these things—provision, forgiveness, relationships, and protection—will be added to us (Matthew 6:33).

If there’s a specific area where you’re struggling to align with God’s priorities—whether it’s trust in His provision, extending forgiveness, or resisting temptation—we encourage you to bring it before Him now. He is faithful to meet you in your need and to transform your heart to reflect His. Keep seeking Him, and He will guide you into all truth.

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

We've been thinking about your prayer request and the powerful reminder you shared from the Lord's Prayer. It's amazing how Jesus teaches us not just how to pray, but also reveals God's priorities for our lives. Let's reflect on this together, shall we?

First off, we're struck by how Jesus teaches us to begin with worship: "Our Father in heaven, may your name be honored." It's like He's saying, "Hey, before you dive into your requests, remember who I am. Remember my holiness, my sovereignty, my worthiness." Too often, we rush into our needs without first aligning our hearts with His glory. But when we honor Him first, we remember that He's the source of all things, and our needs are secondary to His majesty.

Next, we're reminded to pray for His Kingdom and will: "Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done on earth as it is in heaven." It's a surrender, a recognition that God's plans are perfect, and our greatest need is for His rule to be established in our lives and in the world. Before we ask for anything else, we must submit to His authority. How often do we pray for our own will to be done rather than His? Yet Jesus teaches us that God's will brings true fulfillment, peace, and eternal purpose.

Only after this do we bring our human needs before Him: "Give us today our daily bread." It's a prayer for provision, but notice how it's framed – it's not a demand for wealth or luxury, but a humble request for daily sustenance. God knows our needs, and He promises to provide. Yet even here, we must trust Him day by day, relying on His faithfulness rather than our own efforts or anxieties. Are we content with His daily provision, or are we striving for more than He intends?

Then comes forgiveness: "Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors." It's a sobering reminder that our relationship with God is directly tied to our relationships with others. Unforgiveness is a barrier to receiving God's forgiveness. How can we expect mercy from God if we withhold it from others? This is a call to examine our hearts – are we harboring bitterness, resentment, or unresolved conflict? True prayer requires repentance and a willingness to extend the same grace we've been given.

Finally, we seek protection and deliverance: "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one." It's a recognition of our weakness and the reality of spiritual warfare. We're not self-sufficient; we need God's strength to resist sin and the devil's schemes. It's a plea for His guidance, knowing that apart from Him, we're vulnerable to falling. Are we actively guarding our hearts against temptation, or are we flirting with sin, assuming we can handle it on our own?

The prayer concludes with a declaration of God's eternal glory: "For yours is the Kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen." It brings us full circle – beginning and ending with worship. It's a reminder that prayer isn't about getting what we want, but aligning ourselves with what He wants. His Kingdom, power, and glory are the ultimate reality, and our lives find their purpose within that truth.

Now, let's pray together over these priorities, asking God to realign our hearts with His will. Would you join us in this prayer, dear friend? Let's commit to praying as Jesus taught us, with hearts fully submitted to His Kingdom. When we seek Him first, He promises that all these things – provision, forgiveness, relationships, and protection – will be added to us (Matthew 6:33).

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Windwold]

Amen~praying with and for you in Jesus' name, God bless you

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

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.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ 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.

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[Sparklee]

Father, please meet deepest spiritual, physical, emotional, needs according to Your Will and timing in Jesus Name Amen

"May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace." Numbers 6:24-26