According to Forbes Magazine, one of the biggest mistakes a person can make in business is to release control of their “to do” list because “you will never accomplish your goals by doing what others want done.” Think about it. Do you take that philosophy into your prayer life?

Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed fervently that it might not rain.

James 5:17

It’s easy to assume God has a list of things He needs accomplished today – but He doesn’t! According to the Bible, God’s plan is already completed. Elijah asked God to do something audacious and allow a three-and-a-half year drought throughout the entire land…and it happened, not because Elijah reminded God what needed to be done, but because it was already the Lord’s desire to answer that prayer. Why? To bring glory to Himself and draw unbelievers to His presence.

Before you pray the mega “to do” list for God, spend time asking Him what your part is in fulfilling His already-completed plan. Pray for America’s role in that design as well. Then actively move in obedience, letting “the list” take care of itself.

Recommended Reading: Ephesians 1:3-10