Seeking God's Plan with Intentional Prayer
Trusting the Path He Has Prepared
As we start the new year in a world full of choices, noise, and comparison, many of us wrestle with the same heartfelt question: “Lord, what is Your plan for my life?” Whether you’re navigating a new season, recovering from disappointment, or standing at a crossroads, the desire to know God's will can be both urgent and overwhelming.
In my book, Reclaim, Restore, Rediscover, I share how my own journey to clarity didn’t begin with answers it began with surrender. I learned that God’s plan isn’t a secret to be solved, but a path revealed through relationship. And that relationship deepens through intentional prayer.
There is Power in Intentional Prayer
Too often, we approach prayer like a quick transaction: we speak, hope for a sign, and move on. But God invites us into more. He desires conversation, not just consultation. Jeremiah 29:11-13 speaks powerfully to this truth:
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.’”
God’s plan is rooted in hope, not fear; in peace, not pressure. But notice the condition, you will find Me when you seek Me with all your heart. That’s what intentional prayer does: it positions our heart to truly hear from Him.
How to Seek God’s Plan with Intention
In my book, I describe the transformation that happened when I stopped praying for answers and started praying for alignment. I stopped chasing outcomes and started pursuing the presence of God.
Here are some practical steps to help you seek His plan intentionally:
1. Be Still and Make Space
Set aside quiet time daily. God doesn’t shout over chaos. Stillness invites His voice.
2. Ask Specific Questions
Rather than vague prayers like “God, help me,” ask: “Lord, what do You want to show me in this season?” “What step should I take next?”
3. Write What You Hear
Keep a prayer journal. As you pray and read Scripture, write what God places on your heart even if it doesn’t make sense yet.
4. Align with the Word
God’s will never contradict His Word. Let Scripture shape your prayers and confirm your next steps.
5. Be Patient in the Process
God’s timing is part of His plan. Waiting isn’t punishment it’s preparation.
Take time in this season to intentionally seek Him, trust Him, surrender to Him and you will see His hands in a way that will transform your heart and mind in Christ Jesus.
If you're seeking clarity, don’t chase the plan chase the Planner. God isn’t hiding His will from you; He’s drawing you closer to discover it with Him.
A Prayer for Divine Direction
Heavenly Father,
We long to walk in the fullness of Your plan for our lives.
Silence the noise of doubt, fear, and comparison so we can hear You clearly.
Teach us to pray with purpose and seek You with our whole heart.
Help us to trust that Your plan is greater than our understanding, and Your timing is perfect.
Align out steps with Your will, and give us peace as we wait, listen, and follow.
We reclaim our confidence in You, restore our commitment to prayer, and rediscover our purpose in Your presence.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen