"But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober [self-controlled], and watch unto prayer." (1 Peter 4:7)
If you have ever watched a classic war movie, you know that if you’re tucked into a bunker on the front line, you can’t see the full plan of the battle. Your view is limited to what is happening immediately around you. Conversely, when operating a plane, you have the ability to observe the entire battlefield, providing a clear understanding of the actions of both sides. In the same way, sometimes we’re too close to our own problems; we’re right in the middle, and we can’t see what is happening. We need a clearer vision, a new perspective. And so what do we need to do? We need to get up higher! We need to get lifted up into the presence of the Lord and gain a new perspective in finding God’s will and His wisdom in our lives. Prayer is what changes our perspective in life. It transforms our view of everything that we do. And when we humble ourselves in prayer and hunger more for God, we will discover a life filled with spiritual breakthroughs and benefits. God desires to reveal His perspective and impart His wisdom to us. James 1:5 says, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally [generously], and upbraideth not [without reproach]; and it shall be given him."
When we yield our lives to God, we can live in peace and with a proper perspective. We can go forward knowing that every detail is under His command and under His control. So, whether we’re praying for healing or praying for a house, we’re praying in the will of God. We’re praying, “Lord if you heal me, my body is Your body. Lord, if you give me this house, this house is Your house.” That’s praying with godly perspective. Maintaining a godly perspective requires prayer. And with this correct perspective of God’s will for our lives, we can place our confidence in the One “that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,.” (Ephesians 3:20).
Prayerfully consider the problem that is most troubling in your life today. As you lift it up in prayer to the Lord, ask for His help in viewing the situation from His perspective—as an allknowing, powerful, omnipresent God. Write this situation down on a Prayer Page and leave space to record any insights God provides in the days to come.