Our World Revolved Around God

Praying isn’t hard; anyone can pray. But praying with devotion, it is something deeper.

Devotion is when our hearts lean toward God, when prayer stops being mechanical and becomes a place of intimacy, guidance, and transformation. Scripture shows us that prayer is not just words but the condition of our heart. Where there is devotion, there is depth, surrender, and a genuine desire to seek God.

Devotion is choosing to come before God consistently, not just when we have a need. Psalm 5:3: “In the morning you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” This wasn’t routine, it was desire and discipline. Devotion isn’t measured by how much we say, but by how willing we are to give God our hearts. Just like any relationship, intimacy grows through consistency. The same is true with God.

Daniel is a powerful example. Daniel 6:10 tells us he prayed three times a day, giving thanks to God. He prayed before the crisis, during the crisis, and after it. His devotion didn’t depend on feelings or circumstances. That’s what true devotion looks like, showing up even when we’re tired, when we don’t feel anything, when answers seem delayed, and when life is heavy. Devotion keeps the flame alive when emotions fade.

Prayer with devotion doesn’t always change situations immediately, but it always changes us. Philippians 4:6–7 says that when we bring everything to God, His peace guards our hearts. Sometimes we pray for God to fix the situation, but in devotion He begins by shaping us, healing wounds, correcting attitudes, strengthening faith, and forming character.

Jesus often went to quiet places to pray. Even with crowds to attend to and a ministry, He prioritized time with the Father. If Jesus needed prayer, how much more do we? He prayed before big decisions, in moments of pain, to strengthen His spirit, and to stay stay in accord with God’s will. His life shows that prayer is meant to be our first response, not our last resort.

“Thy will be done.” Devotion is not just about asking, it’s about surrendering. It trusts that God sees what we cannot, and that His “wait,” “no,” or “not yet” are also loving answers. Devotion trains our hearts to trust Him even in the unknown.

In the end, devotion in prayer is this, seeking God with sincerity, consistency, and a willing heart. Devotion draws us closer to God’s heart, strengthens us through every season, and helps shape who we become.

Blessings!

– Aianna M.