1st John 5:14. “And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he heareth us.” ACCORDING TO HIS WILL. Not self-centered, arrogant demands that focus on our wants, But realizing who God is and trusting in His grace – Makes prayer and exercise of heart, not just repeated chants – Rather expressions of confidence in the Object of our faith. There is no special formula that makes our prayer more real. For God is always listening, He knows I’m just a man Who often acts like a child who pours out some foolish spiel, While my Father patiently waits me out; waiting to reveal His plan.
When I finally get past me, to where I’m willing for His will – Then He is able to impress and guide me – I’m ready to attend To things or issues, He already planned for when the Spirit still Will show through scriptures that apply: and by giving peace within.
God has a perfect will that’s good for me when I do hear His will through divine impressions when I wait upon His voice. The unmistakable will of God in His Word is often clear – But sadly, there have been times when I’ve made my willful choice.
In confidence I bow to pray and lay things out to Him – Knowing God’s plans and purposes will lead me into rest. The events between the start and finish – I’ll understand them when He wants – but for now I trust with confidence in Him who loves to bless.
“I pray again, Father, I will not be independent nor think my will is right. By Thy grace, move my willfulness to the be subdued under Thy perfect will, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”