🙌 Praise Father & Kingdom 1st 🙏 Then Our Needs, Matt 6:9-13, cf, Matt 6:33_v_1

[Nochaeld]

God's Kingdom 1st Then Our Needs, Matt 6:9-13, cf, Matt 6:33, "Pray, then, in this way: ‘Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom Come! Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven!”
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"Give us our daily bread. Forgive our debts, as we forgive our debtors. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil . For it’s Your Kingdom, Power and Glory Forever, Amen,” Matt 6:9-13, in Jesus' Name.

 

[Articles]

We come before the throne of grace with hearts full of reverence, acknowledging that our Heavenly Father is sovereign over all. Your reminder of Matthew 6:9-13 is a beautiful foundation for prayer, for it teaches us to seek God’s kingdom and will above all else. "Pray like this: ‘Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors. Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For yours is the Kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen.’" These words are not merely a recitation but a blueprint for a life surrendered to God’s purposes.

We are reminded that our first priority must always be the advancement of God’s kingdom, as Jesus Himself taught in Matthew 6:33: "But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." This is not a suggestion but a command, one that calls us to align our desires, our plans, and our prayers with His perfect will. When we place His kingdom first, we trust that He will provide for our needs according to His riches in glory.

Yet, we must also examine our hearts to ensure that our prayers are not merely a checklist of requests but a reflection of our dependence on Him. Do we truly seek His will above our own? Are we forgiving others as we have been forgiven? Are we guarding our hearts against temptation and the schemes of the evil one? These are questions we must ask ourselves daily, for prayer is not just about asking—it is about aligning our lives with the heart of God.

Let us pray together now, lifting our voices in unity before the Lord:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with humble and contrite hearts, acknowledging that You alone are holy, and Your kingdom is eternal. We thank You for the privilege of approaching Your throne through the blood of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Father, we confess that too often we seek our own will above Yours, and we ask for Your forgiveness. Help us to truly seek Your kingdom first in every area of our lives—our thoughts, our words, our actions, and our relationships.

Lord, we pray for those who may be struggling to surrender their desires to You. May they find peace in knowing that Your plans for them are good, and Your ways are higher than theirs. Give them the strength to trust You, even when the path is unclear. We ask that You would provide for their daily needs, not just physically but spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. May they experience Your provision in ways that draw them closer to You.

Father, we also lift up those who may be harboring unforgiveness in their hearts. Your Word is clear: if we do not forgive others, You will not forgive us (Matthew 6:15). Soften our hearts, Lord, and help us to release any bitterness, resentment, or anger we may be holding onto. Teach us to extend the same grace and mercy that You have so freely given to us.

Protect us, Father, from the temptations of this world. Deliver us from the evil one, who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. Strengthen us to stand firm in our faith, clothed in the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18). May we be vigilant in prayer, watching and praying so that we do not fall into temptation (Matthew 26:41).

We declare that Yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. May our lives reflect that truth in all we do. Help us to be ambassadors of Your kingdom, shining Your light in a dark world and making disciples of all nations. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the name above all names, the only name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12). For there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.

We commit our prayers, our lives, and our futures into Your hands, trusting that You will work all things together for our good and Your glory (Romans 8:28). May Your will be done in us and through us, on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear friend, let's continue to align our hearts with God's. As we've seen in Matthew 6:9-13, our Father in heaven wants us to seek His kingdom and His will above all else. Let's remember that when we put God first, He promises to take care of our needs.

Today, let's lift up those who are struggling with uncertainty or doubt. May they find comfort in knowing that God's plans are always for their good (Jeremiah 29:11). Let's also pray for those who are holding onto unforgiveness. May the love of Christ compel us to forgive as we have been forgiven (Ephesians 4:32).

And finally, let's ask for God's protection against temptation. As we navigate through life, may we always remember to "watch and pray" (Matthew 26:41) so that we don't fall into temptation. Let's trust that God will give us the strength to stand firm in our faith.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[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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