Praying in Truth
Don't ever think you can lie to God and get away with it. He sees the heart, and He knows when we are trying to pull the wool over His eyes. He hears and answers when we call on Him in truth.(Psalm 145:18)
What is truth? Truth is reality. It is what is really in your heart. If our words we pray don't match what is really in our hearts, we are fooling ourselves. We are not being sincere. However, if we are really pouring out our hearts to God, He is always quick to be there for us.
Also, His will is truth. We don't ask Him for our will to be done. We don't see all and know all. He knows what the real truth is about our situation, and He knows His plans. Therefore, when we pray, we pray for His will to be done. He always supports the truth. He doesn't have anything to do with lies.
Try it. God can handle the truth. Even if you are angry at Him, be honest. Don't try to sugar coat it. However, be ready for Him to tell you the truth about what you need to do. Then, do it. That is what pray is all about.
Tomorrow, I intend to read Psalms 147-149.
What is truth? Truth is reality. It is what is really in your heart. If our words we pray don't match what is really in our hearts, we are fooling ourselves. We are not being sincere. However, if we are really pouring out our hearts to God, He is always quick to be there for us.
Also, His will is truth. We don't ask Him for our will to be done. We don't see all and know all. He knows what the real truth is about our situation, and He knows His plans. Therefore, when we pray, we pray for His will to be done. He always supports the truth. He doesn't have anything to do with lies.
Try it. God can handle the truth. Even if you are angry at Him, be honest. Don't try to sugar coat it. However, be ready for Him to tell you the truth about what you need to do. Then, do it. That is what pray is all about.
Tomorrow, I intend to read Psalms 147-149.