Everything to God in Prayer

I just realized something this morning.  I have been thinking, worrying, planning, and wondering about so many things, but I haven't prayed about any of them.  Why???

I have so many decisions I have to make.  I've been trying to figure out how to do everything and still keep everyone happy.  Why have I been trying so hard to do this on my own?  It's impossible for me.  But God never intended for me to do it on my own.

As I was pondering this, I realized that I am viewing God as I view my earthly Father.  I love my dad and he has always been a great provider.  But we don't have the kind of relationship where I seek his guidance on daily things.  When things get really tough, I know I can turn to him and he will offer wisdom and support.  Maybe it's because I'm the firstborn, I don't know, but I tend to be really self-sufficient.  I try to handle most things on my own.  I take care of the 90% and seek God for the other 10%.

But that's not how it's suppose to be with God.  He's not just this special gift that we pull out when we need something big – like a genie in a bottle.  My relationship with God should be different from any earthly relationship.  God should be, wants to be, deserves to be my 100%.  God should be my source; my strength should come from Him.  He desires the kind of relationship where I turn to Him for EVERYTHING!

I'm reminded of the lyrics from the hymn, What a Friend We Have in Jesus:

What's on your mind today?  What are you thinking about?  What is causing you to worry?  Are there decisions you have to make? Take them to God in prayer!