The Lord's Prayer RevisitedSample

"His Will, Not Ours" Another important aspect of Luke 11:2 is Jesus’ emphasis on God’s will being done – as opposed to our own. We human beings make a ridiculous habit of thinking we can bend God to our own will. Sure, we’ll pray the words “Thy will be done,” but what we’re really hoping is that we can convince God to do what we want. Then, of course, we’re disappointed when God doesn’t come through. (James 4:3) Isn’t God supposed to give us what we want if we ask in His Son’s name? Sure, Jesus did say something along those lines (John 14:14), but that’s not all He said… Yes, God will give us what we ask for in Jesus’ name, provided it is something that will bring glory to His name. (John 14:13) He also added that such requests only carry weight when they come from true and obedient believers. (John 15:7) We have to get to a place in our prayer life – and in our faith as a whole – where we are willing to submit fully to God’s will, no matter the cost. Jesus did no less for us. (Mark 14:36; Luke 22:42)