Matthew 6: Seek ye first

I was having major prayer block (like writer's block) today. I just couldn't find the words to say to Him. Perhaps out of guilt or shame, I don't know. Lately my heart seems like it's been flat-lining. I can't feel God's presence around me, I feel completely shut out from God and the world. I know this feeling isn't from God, but at the same time, I find myself too weak to do anything about it. Everything looks drab- full of gloom and hopelessness. But verses 9-15 tells us how we should pray. It is, in essence, the ideal prayer which includes everything about which to pray.

God also tells us to not worry about things because it is pointless. Because if we seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, everything we could possibly need will be given to us. So I guess all this worrying and feelings of discouragement is the result of me not seeking God first and not putting Him at the top of my priorities.

Heavenly Father, You are so holy. Let your kingdom come. Let everything be done not by my will but Yours and Yours only. Provide me with the food, clothing, and necessities that I need. Forgive me of my sins, and help me to forgive others as well. Help me to resist temptation, and when I do fall, please deliver me from Satan's evil grip. May all the power and glory be to You forever- Amen.