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SURRENDERING YOUR WILL
In Luke 22:42, as Jesus faced the imminent agony of the cross, He prayed, “Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.”
This profound moment in the Garden of Gethsemane exemplifies the ultimate act of surrender to God’s will, even in the face of immense suffering.
Jesus’ submission in Gethsemane highlights His obedience and trust in the Father’s plan.
Despite the overwhelming distress, He chose to align His human will with God’s divine purpose, leading to the salvation of humanity.
This act underscores the importance of yielding to God’s will, trusting that His plans are for our ultimate good.
Surrendering to God’s will often requires relinquishing our own desires and plans, especially during challenging times.
By praying for the strength to say, “Not my will, but Thine,” we open ourselves to God’s guidance, leading to peace and fulfillment.
This act of surrender allows us to experience the profound benefits of aligning with God’s purpose, including inner peace and a deeper connection with the divine.
Consider a kite soaring in the sky.
Its ascent is made possible by the tension of the string that tethers it.
Without this connection, the kite would lose stability and crash.
Similarly, surrendering to God’s will keeps us grounded and enables us to reach greater spiritual heights.
This tethering to God’s purpose provides the stability and direction needed to navigate life’s challenges.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I surrender my plans, desires, and fears to You. Grant me the grace to trust in Your will, even when the path is difficult. Help me to embrace Your guidance, knowing that You work all things for my good. May Your will be done in my life. In Jesus Name, Amen.
ASSIGNMENT: Reflect on a situation where you’ve struggled to surrender to God’s will. Write a heartfelt prayer, committing this situation to Him. Contemplate how aligning with His will can lead to outcomes beyond your understanding, trusting in His divine plan. This exercise fosters a deeper trust in God’s sovereignty and encourages a habit of seeking His guidance in all aspects of life.
TUESDAY’S PRAYER REQUESTS
Mike Bryan
Liz Knight
Jessica Headrick
Linda Lanier
Angela Bryan’s Sister
Ben Bruce
Carol Lawhead
Danny Jarrard Dale Lake
David Newby
Darlene Wiggins
Denise Hulsey – Jordan’s G’mother
Donna Plunkett’s Brother in law
Doris Loyd
Dr. and Mrs. Davis
Ellen Boyd
Eric Magnusson’s Mother
Eric Ward
Faith Burnette
Friend of Linda Hodge
Gail Sparks
George & Linda Alexander
George Calhoon
James Burnette
James Parker
Joanie/Jeanie Mom
Jodi Bateman
John McClain’s Mother
June Cronan’s Sister
June Davis
Kailey Bateman
Kathryn Raines
Kim McClain
Kim McClain’s Mother
Krista Hilscher
Larry Barker
Lee Cronan
Lillanna Magnusson’s Mom
Linda Breedlove’s Sister – Sarah
Linda Hodges’ Sister
Lonzo Christian
Lori Blount’s Mother
Mary William’s Granddaughter
Mary Williams
Mary Williamson – Dana Jackson’s Mom
Marynell Ford
Matt Barron’s Mother
Maureen Brown
Michael Stanley
Nora Allison
Pastor Driskell
Rose Fuller – Pruitt-Monroe Nursing Home, Forsyth GA
Sandra Roach Mitchell
Sarah Parker
Scott Lanier
Steve Michaels
Tom Witcher