Heart for the House Sample

"Father, if you are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine." — Luke 22:42 (NLT)

In the garden, Jesus prayed a prayer of both honesty and surrender. He didn’t hide His fear or desire for another way, but ultimately, He submitted to the Father's will. This is such a challenging yet freeing model for us.

I think of times when I’ve prayed for certain doors to open or hardships to end, only to hear God whisper, “Trust Me, My will is better.”

Like Jesus, we can be honest about our feelings, but true peace comes when we release control and trust God’s plan, even when it's hard or unclear.

Today, take a few quiet moments to pray honestly about something weighing on your heart. Then, like Jesus, end that prayer by surrendering it into God’s hands, choosing to trust His will over your own.

Prayer:

Father, thank You that I can come to You honestly with my struggles and desires. Help me to trust Your will, even when it’s hard or I don’t understand. Give me the courage to say, "Not my will, but Yours be done." I know Your plans are good. Amen.