+DEV+ Attitude in Prayer

Date: March 28, 2010 9:38 PM
Topic: +DEV+ Attitude in Prayer

Attitude in Prayer

“Let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise...And do not forget to do good and share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” (Hebrews 13:15-16)
Scripture Focus: Philippians 2:1-5

The line followed a path surrounded by piles of shiny, noisy toys. Music blared. Children pushed and whined. A mother and her four-year-old son, Scott, waited patiently, humming along with the music as they slowly shuffled closer and closer to the department store Santa.

When it was his turn, Scott walked toward Santa, hat in hand. Instead of climbing on his lap or pulling out a list, Scott cocked his head to one side and asked Santa, “And what would you like for Christmas?”

How refreshing it must have been to that hot, tired Santa who had spent hours enduring demanding, crying children. Scott’s mother was pleasantly surprised at her son’s unique viewpoint.

When we pray, let’s approach God’s throne with an unselfish attitude like Scott’s. Instead of complaining and demanding, let’s ask Him what He wants. His Word says He wants loving, obedient children with Christ-like attitudes. Is that what our prayers display?

Insight: God’s children should show the same character as their Father—love, grace, mercy and unselfishness.


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