P.R.A.Y. First (Yield)

P.R.A.Y. FIRST (YIELD)

Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and make a difference in the world. But how do we yield to God in prayer?

Let's explore the meaning of yielding to God in prayer, and provide some tips on how to do it.

What does it mean to yield to God in prayer?

Yielding to God in prayer means surrendering our own will to His. It means putting aside our own desires and agendas, and asking God to lead us. It also means trusting that God knows what's best for us, even when we don't.

When we yield to God in prayer, we open ourselves up to His power and love. We allow Him to work in our lives in ways that we never could on our own.

How to yield to God in prayer

Here are some tips on how to yield to God in prayer:

1. Praise God. One of the best ways to start a prayer is by praising God. When we praise Him, we acknowledge His greatness and His authority. This helps us to humble ourselves and surrender our will to His.
2. Meditate on Scripture. Reading and meditating on Scripture can help us to learn more about God's character and His will for our lives. This can make it easier to trust Him and yield to His plans.
3. Be still before God. Sometimes the best way to yield to God is to simply be still before Him. This means taking some time to quiet our minds and hearts, and to focus on His presence. When we are still before God, we are more open to hearing His voice and following His leading.
4. Ask God to show you His will. When we are unsure of what God wants us to do, we can ask Him to show us His will. He may speak to us through His Word, through our circumstances, or through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
5. Be willing to obey God. Once we know what God wants us to do, we need to be willing to obey Him. This may not always be easy, but it is essential if we want to yield to Him in prayer.

Yielding to God in prayer is a journey, not a destination. It takes time and practice to learn how to surrender our will to His. But as we continue to pray and seek Him, He will help us to grow in our faith and obedience.

The power of prayer

When we yield to God in prayer, we release His power in our lives and in the world. We can pray for anything, big or small, and God is faithful to answer our prayers in His perfect timing.

So don't be afraid to yield to God in prayer. He is waiting to hear from you, and He is eager to bless you.

SHOWNOTES 

Today on the podcast, we are finishing our series on prayer. Prayer is something we were designed and created to do. This month we looked at some specific things to help us have a more effective prayer life. As we pray to our Heavenly Father, we should yield our will to His. When we pray God's agenda, our prayers make a global impact and lives are changed beyond our limited capacity. Let's yield our will to His and advance God's Kingdom throughout the world. 

Key Highlights of the Episode:

— We were designed to pray and partner with God

— We must yield to the plans, purpose, and will of God

— We put God's agenda over our agenda when we pray

— There is a level of trust that is required for this type of prayer life

— God's plans for you are good.

— Let God give you a global impact with our prayers

— The Lord will guide you in your prayer life

— Make the decision to allow God to pray through you

— Don’t miss this episode and let me know if this inspired you in any way. I always love hearing from you and connecting with you. Send me an email: [email protected] or DM me on Instagram @aprilnicolescip 

Let's further connect. Join my FB Group, the Live Love Lead Community. We are a group of women building authentic friendships centered around God's Word.