Daily Devotions

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Call Upon the Name of the Lord

MARTY GABLER—As the people of God assemble today, may they call upon the Name of the Lord in behalf of each one present who is suffering and each one who needs an answer to their prayers. May they also remember those who are not able to be present so that Mighty God intervenes in their behalf.  “I pray that the Lord our God will remember my prayer day and night. May he help everyone in Israel each day, in whatever way we need it.” (1K.8:59, CEV)


Broader Concept of the Lord’s Prayer

Kathy Gabler — While the most common understanding of prayer is an appeal or petition, I think The Lord’s Prayer illustrates a broader concept of prayer.  I see it as a prayer of alignment with God’s Word and will and character, or a declaration of agreement with God’s order and principles and intent.  If I viewed The Lord’s Prayer only as a petition, it would seem to be a formal format of how to properly ask for basic necessities.   While there is nothing wrong with that, I think there is more life in it and more relationship demonstrated in His model prayer.  This prayer takes on more dimension when it comes from a motive and priority to pray as sons who know and reflect their Father.


The Lord’s Prayer Requests

As the people of God assemble today, may our Lord’s prayer requests be prayed by His people. May those things He desires on earth, in the lives of people be prayed in agreement with His heart and purposes.  “In this manner, therefore, pray:  Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.  10  Your kingdom come.  Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” (Matt.6:9-10, NKJV)


Heartbeat and Alignment

‎”Through faith we understand that the ages were framed (arranged, completed) by the word of God”(Heb.11:3). It would appear that God is not looking for people to attempt to “overcome the reluctance of God” but He is looking for those who will hear His heartbeat for the ages and get into alignment with that purpose. Then we would actually be praying God’s prayer requests, not our own.