Morning Prayer: Seeking God's Will in the Christocentric Lens Tradition

As we rise each morning, the sun peeking through our windows like God's gentle reminder of His mercies, we are offered a sacred moment to realign our hearts with His purpose. Psalm 23 opens with a profound declaration: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Here, David paints a picture of divine guidance, where our needs are met not through our own striving, but through the loving leadership of Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

Consider a child standing at the edge of a playground, overwhelmed by choices: the swing set, the slide, the sandbox. In that moment, they look up, eyes wide, searching for the presence of a nurturing parent. This is our posture in prayer—seeking to know which path to take, which decision to make. When we bow our heads in prayer, we are not simply offering words; we are reaching for that divine hand, trusting that it will lead us to green pastures and still waters, where our souls find rest (Psalm 23:2).

In our daily lives, as we face choices that can feel as heavy as the weight of the world, let us approach God with the confidence that He is leading us. Each prayer is a step toward spiritual growth, a moment to embrace hesed—His steadfast love and mercy. Through a Christocentric lens, we understand that every decision, big or small, is an opportunity to witness His faithfulness. As we seek His will, let us remember that He walks with us, guiding our steps and filling our hearts with hope, trust, and peace.