Requests have a way of stirring up fear, anxiety, lack of confidence, and other negative emotions. God is training us to receive His requests.
In Daniel 2 the king made an unreasonable request. He asked that the wise men tell him his dream, as well as interpret it. It scared most of them, but was seen as an opportunity by others.
In I Samuel 18:20-30 - Saul tells David to kill 100 Philistines, and he would get the king's daughter as his wife. Saul had evil motives. He hoped David would get killed in battle. Even though the intentions were evil, a right heart and attitude made it work for his benefit.
Don't get distracted with the intentions of others from what God wants you to do. When you accomplish what seems impossible, it will put fear in the hearts of those with evil intentions.
There's a difference between a request and the commandments of God. His commands apply to everyone, while a request is directed to a specific individual.
1. Jesus requested that the disciples would follow Him, and He would make them fishers of men. Notice His request was followed by a stated blessing.
2. He asked one man to sell all he had, give it to the poor, and become His disciple.
3. Sometimes He doesn't state the blessing that would follow if the person honored His request. He tells the disciples to give the crowd something to eat. He wanted their obedience, and the blessing would come later.
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