The Desire And The Power

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

—Philippians 2:13 (NLT)

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for working within me—so that, as I am obedient to do what You ask of me, I find that I gain the desire and the power to do what pleases You!

I know that in order to be more Christ-like, I must think and act more like Christ—yet I cannot do that unless I allow the Holy Spirit within me to change the desires of my heart.

I know that in order to change the desires of my heart, I must listen for You to speak to me through Your Spirit—as I read and study Your Word, find fellowship with other faithful Christians and offer myself sacrificially in service to others.

So, as I listen for direction from You, help me always to do what You ask of me and help me believe that, as I am obedient, You will cause my desires to become like Yours and will give me the power me to do what pleases You.

Thank You for working within me—so that, as I am obedient to do what You ask of me, I find that I gain the desire and the power to do what pleases You!

In the name of Jesus, Amen.