Powerful Living Prayer Network Blog

I recall sitting in the prayer room and reading many prayer requests. I noticed one common thread. The requests were all centered on self-will—what ‘I’ want, what ‘I’ need for God to do. The emphasis was on ‘me’, ‘my’, and ‘mine’.  Please keep reading so that you don’t misunderstand the inspirational enlightenment of this article.  None of the requests had anything to do with God’s will, plan, or purpose. There were no requests for ‘more’ of God. There were no prayer requests for spiritual growth, to know God, to have a deeper relationship with Christ or revival. I know the Bible says “…let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6) Yes, Jesus said, “… ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:8-11; Luke 11:9-13). These passages both speak to the infinite Fatherhood of God and His faithfulness to His children who are persistent in prayer. However, within the context of Luke 11:9-13, Luke i...

Heavenly Father,   Great and mighty God you are!   Holy is your name.   Thank you for the privilege to come to your Throne of Grace in confidence. Thank you that we have access to the holy of holies through the blood of Jesus. Thank you, Jesus, our high priest and chief intercessor. Your name is exalted; we give you praise! We bring our requests, praying for fathers, specifically biological fathers.   WE pray for their steadfastness in their responsibility to the call of fatherhood.   We pray that the eyes of their understanding be open so that they know who they are in Christ.   We pray that they realize their need for your guidance to lead their families in the path of righteousness. I pray that they submit to the authority of your holy Word and that Christ is the foundation upon which their home stands.   Give them a praying spirit, spiritual insight, wisdom, and knowledge, and understanding.   May they know your will and follow your ...