Answered Prayers

A question came up last night at church. "Who here has had all their prayers answered?" I raised my hand and let the asker know that all my prayers had indeed been answered. He asked me, "Are you sure?" I nodded my head. Yes, my prayers have been answered. God may not have answered them my way, on my terms; but He has answered my prayers. Admittedly, God's answers are much better than anything I could ever ask for or want.

God will not ignore His children. When we speak to God, He answers. Communication is an important aspect of any intimate relationship. God willingly communicates with His children.

When God seems silent, He's not ignoring the prayers. Perhaps He's giving the pray-er a chance to examine the request and ask a more appropriate question. Have you ever thought that perhaps you were asking the wrong question? When I pray, sometimes I'll get caught up in my "laundry list" of requests. I have to ask myself, "Do I really want what I claim to want? Or, do I want what God wants?" If I really want what I want, I am limiting how God can bless me.

I realized a little while ago that what I really want is God's best for my family and me. I'm only human and to put human limitations on God is asking for heartache in the end. My prayers became more honest after that. "Here's the way I see it, God. [Spill out my 'laundry list'.] More than that, please do what You see fit. I know You have our best interest in mind, and I'm seeking Your best, Lord."

Have all my prayers been answered? Absolutely! In better ways than I could have ever imagined.

Blessings,
the PTSD Widow