JUST ASK

You don’t have what you want because you don’t ask God for it.
JAMES 4: 2 NLT

Have you talked to the Father about the desire burning in your heart? You don’t have to be embarrassed or think what you yearn for is too insignificant for His notice. God cares about you, and He’s interested in what concerns you. But you’ll miss His blessings if you refuse to open your heart to Him fully.

So talk to God as a friend—share your inmost hopes and desires with Him. The more specific you are about your goals and longing, the better you can see Him working in your situation.

The Father may say yes to your request immediately or He may instruct you to wait for His perfect timing. He may also show you that what you’re asking for doesn’t fit His plan for your life and that He has something much better for you.

Although God may not always answer in the way you think He will, the most important thing for you to understand is that He is willing and waiting to respond. So talk to your heavenly Father. And be assured—He loves you and He’s listening.

Lord, thank You for listening to me and hearing my heart. Certainly You are my faithful, loving, and wise Provider, amen.

In His presence . . . ask freely.

Stanley, Dr. Charles F.. Every Day in His Presence (p. 198).