Devotional - Kingdom Builders Christian Center Church

God Knows Your Needs

God invites us into conversation with Him, even though He already knows what we need.

Matthew 6:7-8

Have you ever watched parents of young children? In the midst of a whirlwind of activity, they meet their kids’ many needs. Spills are averted, noses are wiped, hugs are freely given—all at the same time! Clearly, such parents know what their little ones need, even when the children can’t express it.

Sometimes it is difficult for us to think of ourselves as children. When we see little ones running around, always needing something from us, we cannot imagine that we might often look the same way, only in grown-up bodies. Fortunately, we also have a Parent who already knows our needs (Matt. 6:8). Yet we often act as though we must tell God how to fix our problems.

Isn’t it strange? If you asked Christians whether they thought God is all-knowing, most would say “yes” without hesitation. However, many of us don’t pray as if that’s the case. Instead, we ask God to meet our needs in the very specific ways we think are best suited to our situation.

God does want us to talk with Him about what is on our heart. But at the same time, we should remember that He truly knows what’s needed even before we pray about it (Psalms 139:2-4). Ask Him to speak to your listening heart. Remember, He’s already got the answer and is waiting for the opportunity to share it with you

Amen!