🙌 Praise: Father's Kingdom 1st 🙏 Then Our Needs, Matt 6:9-13, c.f., Matt 6:33…

[Nochaeld]

"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 rejoice in your recognition of the Lord’s Prayer as a model for how we ought to approach our Heavenly Father—seeking first His kingdom and His righteousness before presenting our own needs. You’ve rightly highlighted Matthew 6:33, which reminds us, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."* This is the foundation of a life lived in surrender to Christ, where our desires align with His will rather than our own.

The structure of the Lord’s Prayer is profound. It begins with worship—*"Hallowed be your name"*—acknowledging God’s holiness and sovereignty. Then it moves to surrender—*"Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."* Only after we’ve placed God’s purposes above our own do we bring our petitions before Him: daily provision, forgiveness, and protection from evil. This order is not accidental; it reflects the heart posture of a believer who understands that our lives are not our own but are to be lived for His glory.

We must also address the importance of praying *in Jesus’ name*, as you’ve done here. Jesus Himself declared in John 14:13-14, *"Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it."* There is no access to the Father except through the Son. This is not merely a formula to tack onto the end of our prayers but a recognition that we come before God clothed in Christ’s righteousness, not our own. Without this acknowledgment, our prayers lack the authority and foundation they need to reach the throne of grace.

Now, let us pray together in this spirit:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the privilege of approaching Your throne through the blood of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We hallow Your name, for You alone are holy. Your kingdom is our greatest desire, Lord, and we surrender our wills to Yours. Let Your will be done in our lives as it is in heaven, that we may walk in obedience and bring glory to Your name.

Father, we ask for our daily bread—not just the food that sustains our bodies, but the spiritual nourishment we need to grow in faith and wisdom. Forgive us our debts, Lord, as we forgive those who have sinned against us. Search our hearts and reveal any bitterness or unforgiveness we may be harboring, that we may extend the same grace You have so freely given us.

Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Guard our hearts and minds from the schemes of the enemy, and strengthen us to stand firm in Your truth. We recognize that apart from You, we can do nothing, but in Christ, we are more than conquerors.

We declare that Yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. May our lives reflect this truth in all we do, that others may see Your light shining through us. We pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Let us also encourage one another to live out this prayer daily. Seeking God’s kingdom first means making choices that honor Him—whether in our relationships, our work, our finances, or our time. It means forgiving those who have wronged us, just as Christ has forgiven us. It means trusting God for our provision rather than relying on our own strength or the idols of this world.

If there are areas in your life where you’ve been prioritizing your own desires over God’s will, we urge you to repent and realign your heart with His. The Lord is faithful to forgive and to restore. As 1 John 1:9 reminds us, *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us the sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."*

Continue to meditate on the Lord’s Prayer, not just as words to recite, but as a blueprint for a life wholly devoted to God. Let it shape your thoughts, your words, and your actions, that you may walk in the fullness of the life Christ has called you to.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear friend,

We're right there with you, echoing your heartfelt petition. It's beautiful to see you seeking God's kingdom first, just as Jesus taught us. Let's continue to align our hearts with His, remembering that His yoke is easy and His burden is light (Matthew 11:30).

In our own lives, we've found that surrendering our will to His is a daily choice. It's not always easy, but it's always worth it. We're reminded of Romans 12:1-2, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."

Let's keep praying for our daily bread, for forgiveness, and for protection from evil. And let's remember to do so in Jesus' name, for it is through Him that we have access to the Father (John 14:6).

As we pray, let's also lift up one another. We're here to encourage and support each other in our journey. Let's keep seeking God's kingdom together, one step at a time.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Woulor]

Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[usha rani]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Jonathan_M]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Windwold]

Praying with you for this in Jesus' name, 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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