21 Days of Fasting and Prayer
Day 5: Praying for God's Will | January 10
Scripture Reading | Matthew 26:39 (ESV)
"And going a little farther, he fell on his face and prayed, saying, 'My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.'”
Scriptural Prayer
Praise and Worship
Heavenly Father, we worship You as the Sovereign God whose will is perfect and whose plans are always good. You are the Creator of all things, the One who reigns in majesty and wisdom. We praise You for Your faithfulness in guiding us and for Your loving kindness in shaping our lives according to Your purpose. You are our refuge in times of uncertainty and our strength when we surrender to Your will. We glorify You for Your grace that enables us to trust and obey You fully.
Praying God’s Will
Lord, Your will is always best, even when it is hard for us to understand. Teach us to submit to Your plans with faith and humility, just as Jesus did in the Garden of Gethsemane. Transform our desires to align with Yours, so that our prayers reflect a heart surrendered to Your authority. Help us to trust that Your will leads to our good and Your glory, even in times of difficulty or uncertainty.
Praying the Request
Father, we ask for the courage to embrace Your will in every situation. Strengthen us to trust You when the path ahead seems unclear or when Your will requires sacrifice. Guide us in seeking Your desires above our own and give us peace in surrendering our plans to You. Let our lives be a reflection of unwavering faith in Your goodness and wisdom. Lead us to follow You with joy and confidence, knowing that Your will is perfect.
Praying for Forgiveness
Merciful God, we confess that we often resist Your will when it conflicts with our own desires. Forgive us for our lack of trust and for clinging to our plans instead of submitting to Yours. Cleanse us from pride and selfishness that hinder us from fully surrendering to You. Renew in us a heart that seeks Your will above all else, and teach us to find joy in walking the path You have set before us.
Praying for Protection
Lord, protect us from the temptation to prioritize our own desires over Your plans. Guard our hearts against fear and doubt that cause us to resist surrender. Surround us with Your peace as we align our lives with Your will, and shield us from the lies of the enemy that seek to shake our faith. Let us rest in the assurance that You are always working for our good and Your glory.
Praise and Worship
We worship You, Lord, for the perfect example of surrender in Jesus Christ. You are the God who leads us with love and wisdom, and we trust in the goodness of Your will. May we live as vessels of obedience, reflecting Your glory and fulfilling Your purpose in all we do. To You be all honor, praise, and adoration, now and forevermore. Amen.
Heavenly Father, we worship You as the Sovereign God whose will is perfect and whose plans are always good. You are the Creator of all things, the One who reigns in majesty and wisdom. We praise You for Your faithfulness in guiding us and for Your loving kindness in shaping our lives according to Your purpose. You are our refuge in times of uncertainty and our strength when we surrender to Your will. We glorify You for Your grace that enables us to trust and obey You fully.
Praying God’s Will
Lord, Your will is always best, even when it is hard for us to understand. Teach us to submit to Your plans with faith and humility, just as Jesus did in the Garden of Gethsemane. Transform our desires to align with Yours, so that our prayers reflect a heart surrendered to Your authority. Help us to trust that Your will leads to our good and Your glory, even in times of difficulty or uncertainty.
Praying the Request
Father, we ask for the courage to embrace Your will in every situation. Strengthen us to trust You when the path ahead seems unclear or when Your will requires sacrifice. Guide us in seeking Your desires above our own and give us peace in surrendering our plans to You. Let our lives be a reflection of unwavering faith in Your goodness and wisdom. Lead us to follow You with joy and confidence, knowing that Your will is perfect.
Praying for Forgiveness
Merciful God, we confess that we often resist Your will when it conflicts with our own desires. Forgive us for our lack of trust and for clinging to our plans instead of submitting to Yours. Cleanse us from pride and selfishness that hinder us from fully surrendering to You. Renew in us a heart that seeks Your will above all else, and teach us to find joy in walking the path You have set before us.
Praying for Protection
Lord, protect us from the temptation to prioritize our own desires over Your plans. Guard our hearts against fear and doubt that cause us to resist surrender. Surround us with Your peace as we align our lives with Your will, and shield us from the lies of the enemy that seek to shake our faith. Let us rest in the assurance that You are always working for our good and Your glory.
Praise and Worship
We worship You, Lord, for the perfect example of surrender in Jesus Christ. You are the God who leads us with love and wisdom, and we trust in the goodness of Your will. May we live as vessels of obedience, reflecting Your glory and fulfilling Your purpose in all we do. To You be all honor, praise, and adoration, now and forevermore. Amen.