“Prayers Are Never Wasted”
Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. Do not stifle the Holy Spirit. Do not scoff at prophecies, but test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-21. (NLT)
Do you ever feel like your prayers are not being answered in the time frame you want them to be? I think we all have felt this and the hurt in our waiting seems unbearable. Some of us may feel this now more than ever. We all have our own ups and downs in life and then unexpected things hit us.
Are You Struggling?
I was talking with a very close family member this week. We were frustrated over a situation we have prayed for for so long. I told him, we just have to keep praying. He responded to me by saying he was all prayed out. This stunned me and left me speechless for a few moments. Just as I really could understand his frustrations, a verse hit me and I was quickly reminded what 1 Thessalonians says about never stop praying, so I shared it with him.
If you are struggling today, please do not think you aren’t being heard. The bible tells us He hears us! We all want answers to our prayers and guidance through our life. Prayer is essential. It is so important for us to trust Him and his timing.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)
Counting My Blessing,
Susan Browder
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-x1lEPeV6Y Matthew West Power of Prayer
Additional reading: by Tricia Cook
