Philippians 4: 6
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Last week we had a look at James 5, as a result you know what a prayer of supplication is. It is earnest, humble prayer. And we know that the earnest, humble prayer of a righteous person accomplishes much. Jesus told us in John 16: 23 that whatever we ask the Father in Jesus’ name, the Father will give us. Knowing that, we can now be anxious for nothing and move into thanksgiving knowing that our prayers and petitions will not be ignored by God.
Isn’t it interesting how the Bible works together like that? But it is not a coincidence. The Father had a perfect plan. He put that plan into action and it all works together so that our every need is met. Therefore, we don’t have to worry about anything. We are to enter his gates with thanksgiving in our hearts. We can do that because we have done as the Word has taught us. We have humbled ourselves before the throne of God which Jesus bought us 24 hour access to. We have asked the Lord for his graces and mercies in the name of His precious son. There is, therefore, nothing left but for us to praise Him and worship Him.
Even in the midst of trials and adverse circumstances, you can still praise Him because you know the outcome. The evidence of our eyes is not the final word on the subject. His graciousness and power speak louder and speak last. So be anxious for nothing. Pray, let your petitions be known to God. Humble yourself. Then enter into praise.