Updated at: 2023-07-06 13:41:03 (2 years ago by Melkisedeck Leon Shine)

Heavenly Father,

I come before You today, seeking a spirit-filled life, surrendering my will to Yours. As I embark on this journey, I am reminded of the words from Your Holy Scriptures, in Romans 12:1, where it states, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship."

Oh Lord, I long to surrender every aspect of my life to Your divine purpose. Help me to lay down my desires and ambitions, and instead, embrace Your perfect will for me. Open my eyes, Lord, that I may see the path You have set before me, and grant me the strength and courage to follow it faithfully.

Precious Jesus, I am reminded of Your words in Luke 9:23, where You declared, "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." Help me, Lord, to deny myself and carry my cross, even when it may be difficult. I surrender my dreams, my plans, and my desires at Your feet, knowing that Your way is higher and Your plans are greater.

Holy Spirit, I invite You to fill me to overflowing. Cleanse my heart of any impurity, and fill me with Your holy presence. Galatians 5:22-23 reminds me of the fruits You produce in those who submit to Your will: "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control." Help me to manifest these fruits in my daily life, that others may see Your light shining through me.

Father, I pray for those who may be struggling with their identity. May they find solace in Your loving arms, knowing that You created them in Your image. Guide them, Lord, to seek Your truth, and grant them the strength to surrender their lives to Your will. Help them to find healing and restoration in the love You offer.

Lord, I lift up my family before You. May they also experience the joy and fulfillment that comes from surrendering to Your will. Strengthen our bonds, and grant us the wisdom to love one another as You have loved us. May our unity be a testament to Your goodness and grace.

I place my trust in You, Lord, knowing that You hold my future in Your hands. Help me to walk in faith, knowing that You are always with me, guiding and protecting me. Thank You, God, for the incredible love You have poured out upon me. I am forever grateful for Your mercy and grace.

In the name of God the Father, the Holy Spirit, and our Savior Jesus Christ, I pray.

Amen.