Just like the Abbott and Costello comedy routine, "Who's on First," believers often have a communication problem when it comes to prayer. They think God has everything they need, but is that true?
If God gives us specific instructions to ask Him for something, He has it. In James 1, we're told that if we lack wisdom to ask of God, who gives liberally. So, God has wisdom. We're also told God has salvation. Again, we must ask for it and receive it.
If we already have what we need, we are to live like it's true. If I give you a pen, there's no reason for you to ask me for a pen. I already gave it to you. It's important to know what the Word says we have.
The last place we can find what we need is with others. A company has jobs. God wants you to have a job, but He doesn't have jobs. You need to prepare yourself for that job, interview, and make a favorable impression. What if others do not listen and hire you? God will put it on someone else's heart to do so.
Possible hindrances to unanswered prayer:
Unforgiveness
Unbelief
If I am not receiving the things I'm asking for, perhaps there is something I'm not understanding. Most people just keep on praying without going to the Word and seeing where they're missing it.
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Zoe Christian Fellowship is located at 1111 Easton Rd. (Route 611), in Warrington, PA. If you're visiting in the area or looking for a church home, we invite you to our Sunday Morning Service at 10:00 AM. We look forward to meeting you!
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