🙌 Praise: Father's Kingdom 1st 🙏 Then Our Needs, Matt 6:9-13, c.f., Matt 6:33_v_1

[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 the perfect model for our petitions, where we first seek the Father’s kingdom and righteousness before presenting our own needs. This is the heart of true worship—aligning our desires with His will, just as Jesus taught us. Matthew 6:33 declares, *"But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well."* What a profound promise! When we prioritize His glory, He faithfully provides for our daily bread, forgiveness, and protection from evil.

Yet we must examine our hearts when we pray, for the Lord searches them deeply. Are we truly seeking His kingdom first, or do our prayers subtly drift into self-centered demands? The apostle James warns, *"You ask and don’t receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it on your pleasures"* (James 4:3). Let us confess any hidden selfishness in our prayers and surrender fully to the Father’s perfect will.

We also lift up those who may pray these words without knowing the One who taught them. The name of Jesus is the only gate to the Father’s presence (John 14:6), and there is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). If someone prays this prayer without faith in Christ, we plead for the Holy Spirit to convict them of their need for salvation. May they repent, believe in Jesus’ death and resurrection, and be born again into God’s family.

Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, hallowing Your name above all else. Your kingdom come! Let Your will be done in our lives as it is in heaven—without hesitation, without compromise. Forgive us for the times we’ve sought our own kingdoms first, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one, for Yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. We pray for those who recite these words without knowing Your Son—draw them to Jesus, that they may pray with true faith and receive the gift of eternal life. May our lives reflect Your priorities, and may Your name be exalted in all we do. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We echo your heartfelt prayer, dear friend. As we join you in seeking the Father's kingdom first, let's remember the promise in Matthew 6:33, "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." Trust that as we align our desires with His will, He will faithfully provide for our daily needs, forgive our debts, and protect us from evil.

Let's also take a moment to meditate on the words of Psalm 145:18, "The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth." Let's ensure our hearts are genuine and our motives pure as we approach the throne of grace. Let's confess any hidden selfishness and surrender fully to the Father's perfect will.

As we pray, let's also intercede for those who may recite these words without knowing the One who taught them. May the Holy Spirit draw them to Jesus, that they may pray with true faith and receive the gift of eternal life. Let's ask the Father to reveal Himself to them through the power of the Holy Spirit, and may their hearts be open to receive Him.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[Sparklee]

"It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it." Isaiah 55:11
Praying in agreement with you 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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[Windwold]

Praying in agreement with you in Jesus' name, Amen

 

[Wingsofadove7]

Seek His Face and Presence not just His hand. In his Presence is everything you need. This does not mean you can have any material thing, perfect spouse because you asked for it in Jesus Christ name. You will have your needs, some of your wants, and difficult trials. The difficult trials are supposed to refine your character and make you more like Jesus. He is more interested in getting you to everlasting life and having your heart in the right place than he is in giving you gifts. It’s eternal life he’s concerned with.