Topical Encyclopedia Prayer, as an act of submission, is profoundly exemplified in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. His prayers reflect a deep commitment to the will of the Father, demonstrating humility, obedience, and trust. This entry explores key instances where Jesus exemplified submission through prayer, as recorded in the Scriptures.Garden of Gethsemane One of the most poignant examples of Jesus' submission in prayer is found in the Garden of Gethsemane. As He faced the imminent crucifixion, Jesus prayed earnestly, expressing both His human desire and divine submission. In Matthew 26:39 , Jesus prays, "My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will." This prayer reveals Jesus' willingness to submit to the Father's plan, despite the immense suffering He was about to endure. His submission is further emphasized in Matthew 26:42 , where He prays, "My Father, if this cup cannot pass unless I drink it, may Your will be done." The Lord's Prayer In teaching His disciples how to pray, Jesus provided a model that underscores submission to God's will. The Lord's Prayer, as recorded in Matthew 6:9-13 , includes the petition, "Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." This prayer reflects a heart aligned with God's purposes, seeking the fulfillment of His will above personal desires. Jesus' instruction to pray in this manner highlights the importance of submission in the believer's prayer life. Jesus' High Priestly Prayer In John 17, Jesus offers a profound prayer for His disciples and all future believers. This prayer, often referred to as the High Priestly Prayer, reveals Jesus' submission to the Father's mission. In John 17:4 , Jesus declares, "I have glorified You on earth by accomplishing the work You gave Me to do." His prayer reflects a life lived in complete obedience to the Father's will, culminating in the ultimate act of submission—His sacrificial death on the cross. Prayer at the Cross Even in His final moments, Jesus exemplified submission through prayer. As He hung on the cross, He prayed for those who crucified Him, saying, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing" (Luke 23:34). This prayer demonstrates Jesus' submission to the Father's redemptive plan, extending grace and forgiveness to humanity. Furthermore, His final words, "Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit" (Luke 23:46), reflect His trust and submission to the Father's sovereign will, even in death. Conclusion Throughout His earthly ministry, Jesus consistently modeled submission in prayer, aligning His will with that of the Father. His prayers serve as a powerful example for believers, illustrating the importance of humility, obedience, and trust in the life of faith. Nave's Topical Index Matthew 26:39And he went a little farther, and fell on his face, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as you will. Nave's Topical Index Mark 14:36 Luke 22:42 Library Prayer and Trouble (Continued) God's Sovereignty and Prayer A Defence of the Doctrine of Justification, by Faith in Jesus ... Twenty Second Sunday after Trinity Paul's Thanks and Prayers for ... Repentance Elijah's Weakness, and Its Cube On Religion; the Natural and Divine Life; and the Exemplification ... Homilies on Galatians and Ephesians. From the Close of the General Conference of 1836 to the ... From the Close of the General Conference of 1808, to the ... Resources Why is daily prayer important? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is a prayer vigil? | GotQuestions.org What are the different types of prayer? | GotQuestions.org Prayer: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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