I have often heard that when life has you down, your walk with God becomes stronger. For many years, I have prayed or had discussions with the Lord. I say that because so often I've prayed life issues knowing that I wouldn't be chastised, laughed at or rejected for my thoughts when talking to God. It has been comforting to know that venting my thoughts, as well as asking for help, has been a prayer away.
It is true that not all prayerful requests are answered in a quick, positive manner. But I have faith knowing that prayers are answered in God's timing, and in accordance to His plan and purpose for my life. As all children, I may disagree with my heavenly Father's decisions, yet accept. My faith allows me, the Type A personality that I am, to willingly receive this.
Looking into my my life, I have many times questioned while going thru a troubled time why... didn't my prayer get answered; was it taking so long to be answered; at that time in my opinion it appeared to be a negative answer?
Now, fast forward and look back, wow... I can see answers, why it may have taken a while and the reason and/or results. Sometimes I may never know all of the answers. I have questions that have plagued me, but I have accepted "what is." That acceptance, to me, is faith and brings some peace of mind to me.
It is now that I have to pray, hold strong to my faith, and hope for tomorrow.
"When life knocks you on your knees, you're in a perfect position to pray!"
(unknown author)
Prayer...
Found an article that I would like to share ... http://www.allaboutprayer.org/power-of-prayer.htm
http//www.allaboutprayer.org/healing-power-of-prayer-faq.htm
Some of the content of this article:
Power of Prayer ~ How powerful is it?
Power of Prayer ~ How do I tap into it?
Power of Prayer ~ For what kind of things should I pray?
How does the healing power of prayer work? Why isn't everyone healed?
