It can be difficult to pray for God's will to be done (Matthew 6.9-13), especially when we are filled with confusion because the unknown is all we see dominating the path in front of us. That is why we must follow the encouragement of Colossians 3.1 and "set our hearts on things above". This is not just a spiritual platitude but a concrete manifestation of our position in Jesus! As the verse continues, this is "where Christ is seated at the right hand of God". Jesus is walking through the unknown with us, interceding for us.
And do not forget the ministry of the Holy Spirit. When we can only groan, because our circumstances are too difficult for us to even pray, the Holy Spirit groan Himself to the Father—identifying with our frustrations (Romans 8.26,27). NOTE: it is through this work of the Spirit that "God works for the good of those who love Him" (Romans 8.28). May we yield control to the Holy Spirit as He leads us in the Father's will (Romans 8. 27)!
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