•A Prayer for God to Give Us What We Need.
Author: Anthony Valente
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
(Isaiah 55:8-9)
Not long ago, I was talking with a fellow baseball dad at a game. When my son made a good hit, I joked that I prayed for that one. And the truth is that I did…. but not how one might think. As he walked to the plate, I prayed for favor and for the Lord to help my baby use the abilities he’s been given to help his team. I prayed for him to look to the Lord for his strength in that moment. But I also prayed for the Lord to give him what he needs. And there is nothing easy about that prayer, y’all.
Because what he needs at that moment may be to strike out. It may be losing. And it may mean that I must watch my baby feel hurt and work through hard things, which is never fun.
As parents, any time we see our children hurt, we hurt. And many times, we want to save them and take that hurt away. But in His great mercy, the Lord has shown me that every “what they need” prayer is an opportunity for my children to grow one step closer to becoming who the Lord created them to be. And for that growth, for that stretching, to happen…. it means going through uncomfortable, hard things at times.
Things that are necessary for them to grow closer to the heart of the One who loves them most. Things that must happen for them to learn to truly trust Him, despite bad circumstances. Things that provide an opportunity for the Lord to prove He is faithful and good, even during sadness or heartache.
This prayer is one of the most important ones we can pray for ourselves, our children, and those we love. Because in saying, “Lord, give them what they need in this moment,” we are releasing our control. We are laying down our agendas. We are choosing to trust that the Lord knows better than we do. We are acknowledging that we will not only trust Him with the easy things, but the hard things too.
So often, what we need is not even close to what we want. And somehow, our “wants” outweigh our “needs” over and over again. In the way we choose our meals. In the way we spend our money. In the relationships we devote time to. Even in prayer. But those “wants” are not what Jesus speaks of.
In Matthew 6, Jesus reminds us not once, but twice, that He knows our needs. And all we must do is come to Him with simple prayers and hearts that seek Him above all else:
“When you pray, don’t babble on and on as the Gentiles do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again. Don’t be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!” Matthew 6:7-8
My dear friends, the Lord’s ways are higher than ours. His thoughts are higher than ours too. And He can be trusted. Pray for the Lord to give you, your babies, and those you love what they need to see and hear and feel the Lord’s presence so clearly in their lives, that they can’t help but be men and women after His own heart. In the end, that is the greatest desire of all.
Dear Lord Jesus,
Thank You for knowing what we need, even before we do. Help us to release control of our agendas, our wants, and the “needs” we think we need, to You. I pray that You would give me, my children, my family, and friends what we need, whatever that may be, to see You and feel Your presence more clearly in our lives. Help us to be men and women after Your own heart.
Loving heavenly Father, forgive my pride in trying to second-guess what You are doing and even trying to tell You at times what is best for my life, when You have a perfect plan and purpose for all Your children. Keep me broken at the cross I pray, and may Your will be done in my life. Thank you, Lord. I trust and love You, Lord.
In Jesus’ Name,
AMEN
Whoever is [spiritually] wise, let him understand these things; Whoever is [spiritually] discerning and understanding, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, And the righteous will walk in them, But transgressors will stumble and fall in them.
(Hosea 14:9)
“And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”
(Philippians 4:19)
How great are your works, O LORD! Your thoughts are very deep!
(Psalm 92:5)
“Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”
(Luke 6:38)
O LORD my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.
(Psalm 40:5)
All the paths of the LORD are lovingkindness and goodness and truth and faithfulness To those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.
(Psalm 25:10)
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
(Matthew 6:33)
The way of the guilty is crooked, but the conduct of the pure is upright.
(Proverbs 21:8)
“Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”
(Malachi 3:10)
For as the heavens are high above the earth, So great is His lovingkindness toward those who fear and worship Him [with awe-filled respect and deepest reverence].
(Psalm 103:11)
Your way was through the sea, your path through the great waters; yet your footprints were unseen.
(Psalm 77:19)
“Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, ‘That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds!’”
(Luke 12:22-24)
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
(Matthew 10:29-31)
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
(Psalm 23:1-4)
(pic verse)
Look! He comes with the clouds of heaven. And everyone will see him— even those who pierced him. And all the nations of the world will mourn for him. Yes! Amen!
(Revelation 1:7)
Artist
I Am With You Always - David Delfeld
Author: Anthony Valente
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
(Isaiah 55:8-9)
Not long ago, I was talking with a fellow baseball dad at a game. When my son made a good hit, I joked that I prayed for that one. And the truth is that I did…. but not how one might think. As he walked to the plate, I prayed for favor and for the Lord to help my baby use the abilities he’s been given to help his team. I prayed for him to look to the Lord for his strength in that moment. But I also prayed for the Lord to give him what he needs. And there is nothing easy about that prayer, y’all.
Because what he needs at that moment may be to strike out. It may be losing. And it may mean that I must watch my baby feel hurt and work through hard things, which is never fun.
As parents, any time we see our children hurt, we hurt. And many times, we want to save them and take that hurt away. But in His great mercy, the Lord has shown me that every “what they need” prayer is an opportunity for my children to grow one step closer to becoming who the Lord created them to be. And for that growth, for that stretching, to happen…. it means going through uncomfortable, hard things at times.
Things that are necessary for them to grow closer to the heart of the One who loves them most. Things that must happen for them to learn to truly trust Him, despite bad circumstances. Things that provide an opportunity for the Lord to prove He is faithful and good, even during sadness or heartache.
This prayer is one of the most important ones we can pray for ourselves, our children, and those we love. Because in saying, “Lord, give them what they need in this moment,” we are releasing our control. We are laying down our agendas. We are choosing to trust that the Lord knows better than we do. We are acknowledging that we will not only trust Him with the easy things, but the hard things too.
So often, what we need is not even close to what we want. And somehow, our “wants” outweigh our “needs” over and over again. In the way we choose our meals. In the way we spend our money. In the relationships we devote time to. Even in prayer. But those “wants” are not what Jesus speaks of.
In Matthew 6, Jesus reminds us not once, but twice, that He knows our needs. And all we must do is come to Him with simple prayers and hearts that seek Him above all else:
“When you pray, don’t babble on and on as the Gentiles do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again. Don’t be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!” Matthew 6:7-8
My dear friends, the Lord’s ways are higher than ours. His thoughts are higher than ours too. And He can be trusted. Pray for the Lord to give you, your babies, and those you love what they need to see and hear and feel the Lord’s presence so clearly in their lives, that they can’t help but be men and women after His own heart. In the end, that is the greatest desire of all.
Dear Lord Jesus,
Thank You for knowing what we need, even before we do. Help us to release control of our agendas, our wants, and the “needs” we think we need, to You. I pray that You would give me, my children, my family, and friends what we need, whatever that may be, to see You and feel Your presence more clearly in our lives. Help us to be men and women after Your own heart.
Loving heavenly Father, forgive my pride in trying to second-guess what You are doing and even trying to tell You at times what is best for my life, when You have a perfect plan and purpose for all Your children. Keep me broken at the cross I pray, and may Your will be done in my life. Thank you, Lord. I trust and love You, Lord.
In Jesus’ Name,
AMEN
Whoever is [spiritually] wise, let him understand these things; Whoever is [spiritually] discerning and understanding, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, And the righteous will walk in them, But transgressors will stumble and fall in them.
(Hosea 14:9)
“And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”
(Philippians 4:19)
How great are your works, O LORD! Your thoughts are very deep!
(Psalm 92:5)
“Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”
(Luke 6:38)
O LORD my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.
(Psalm 40:5)
All the paths of the LORD are lovingkindness and goodness and truth and faithfulness To those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.
(Psalm 25:10)
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
(Matthew 6:33)
The way of the guilty is crooked, but the conduct of the pure is upright.
(Proverbs 21:8)
“Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”
(Malachi 3:10)
For as the heavens are high above the earth, So great is His lovingkindness toward those who fear and worship Him [with awe-filled respect and deepest reverence].
(Psalm 103:11)
Your way was through the sea, your path through the great waters; yet your footprints were unseen.
(Psalm 77:19)
“Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, ‘That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds!’”
(Luke 12:22-24)
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
(Matthew 10:29-31)
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
(Psalm 23:1-4)
(pic verse)
Look! He comes with the clouds of heaven. And everyone will see him— even those who pierced him. And all the nations of the world will mourn for him. Yes! Amen!
(Revelation 1:7)
Artist
I Am With You Always - David Delfeld
•A Prayer for God to Give Us What We Need.
Author: Anthony Valente
👉 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
(Isaiah 55:8-9)
Not long ago, I was talking with a fellow baseball dad at a game. When my son made a good hit, I joked that I prayed for that one. And the truth is that I did…. but not how one might think. As he walked to the plate, I prayed for favor and for the Lord to help my baby use the abilities he’s been given to help his team. I prayed for him to look to the Lord for his strength in that moment. But I also prayed for the Lord to give him what he needs. And there is nothing easy about that prayer, y’all.
Because what he needs at that moment may be to strike out. It may be losing. And it may mean that I must watch my baby feel hurt and work through hard things, which is never fun.
As parents, any time we see our children hurt, we hurt. And many times, we want to save them and take that hurt away. But in His great mercy, the Lord has shown me that every “what they need” prayer is an opportunity for my children to grow one step closer to becoming who the Lord created them to be. And for that growth, for that stretching, to happen…. it means going through uncomfortable, hard things at times.
Things that are necessary for them to grow closer to the heart of the One who loves them most. Things that must happen for them to learn to truly trust Him, despite bad circumstances. Things that provide an opportunity for the Lord to prove He is faithful and good, even during sadness or heartache.
This prayer is one of the most important ones we can pray for ourselves, our children, and those we love. Because in saying, “Lord, give them what they need in this moment,” we are releasing our control. We are laying down our agendas. We are choosing to trust that the Lord knows better than we do. We are acknowledging that we will not only trust Him with the easy things, but the hard things too.
So often, what we need is not even close to what we want. And somehow, our “wants” outweigh our “needs” over and over again. In the way we choose our meals. In the way we spend our money. In the relationships we devote time to. Even in prayer. But those “wants” are not what Jesus speaks of.
In Matthew 6, Jesus reminds us not once, but twice, that He knows our needs. And all we must do is come to Him with simple prayers and hearts that seek Him above all else:
“When you pray, don’t babble on and on as the Gentiles do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again. Don’t be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him!” Matthew 6:7-8
My dear friends, the Lord’s ways are higher than ours. His thoughts are higher than ours too. And He can be trusted. Pray for the Lord to give you, your babies, and those you love what they need to see and hear and feel the Lord’s presence so clearly in their lives, that they can’t help but be men and women after His own heart. In the end, that is the greatest desire of all.
🙏 Dear Lord Jesus,
Thank You for knowing what we need, even before we do. Help us to release control of our agendas, our wants, and the “needs” we think we need, to You. I pray that You would give me, my children, my family, and friends what we need, whatever that may be, to see You and feel Your presence more clearly in our lives. Help us to be men and women after Your own heart.
Loving heavenly Father, forgive my pride in trying to second-guess what You are doing and even trying to tell You at times what is best for my life, when You have a perfect plan and purpose for all Your children. Keep me broken at the cross I pray, and may Your will be done in my life. Thank you, Lord. I trust and love You, Lord.
In Jesus’ Name,
AMEN 🙏
Whoever is [spiritually] wise, let him understand these things; Whoever is [spiritually] discerning and understanding, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, And the righteous will walk in them, But transgressors will stumble and fall in them.
(Hosea 14:9)
“And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”
(Philippians 4:19)
How great are your works, O LORD! Your thoughts are very deep!
(Psalm 92:5)
“Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”
(Luke 6:38)
O LORD my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.
(Psalm 40:5)
All the paths of the LORD are lovingkindness and goodness and truth and faithfulness To those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.
(Psalm 25:10)
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
(Matthew 6:33)
The way of the guilty is crooked, but the conduct of the pure is upright.
(Proverbs 21:8)
“Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the LORD of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.”
(Malachi 3:10)
For as the heavens are high above the earth, So great is His lovingkindness toward those who fear and worship Him [with awe-filled respect and deepest reverence].
(Psalm 103:11)
Your way was through the sea, your path through the great waters; yet your footprints were unseen.
(Psalm 77:19)
“Then, turning to his disciples, Jesus said, ‘That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food to eat or enough clothes to wear. For life is more than food, and your body more than clothing. Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds!’”
(Luke 12:22-24)
Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
(Matthew 10:29-31)
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
(Psalm 23:1-4)
(pic verse)
Look! He comes with the clouds of heaven. And everyone will see him— even those who pierced him. And all the nations of the world will mourn for him. Yes! Amen!
(Revelation 1:7)
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I Am With You Always - David Delfeld
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