Answered Prayers - Part II

In a previous post, I shared examples of answered prayers. While most of my prayers are answered quickly, some take time before they come to be and others remain unanswered.

What I need to remember is that God will answer my prayers according to his will and my faith. If I have the slightest sense of doubt, I tend not to get the results I'm hoping to receive.

I remember many times in my past, when I was praying for help over a particular situation and nothing was happening. In some cases, things continued to get worst. My Ma was my confidant during these times and, when I’d reached my breaking point, I’d tearfully share my woes with her. Frequently, within a week’s time, things would suddenly turn around. When I’d tell my Ma about the change the next time I visited, she’d confide that she was praying for me.

That began my pattern of relying on Ma’s prayers, when I truly needed help from God. I was able to believe that her prayers would always be answered, but I didn’t have the confidence in my prayers.

Now, when that doubt arises while I’m praying, I acknowledge it and remind myself of the numerous prayers that were answered in the past. And, I recognize, that if my prayer does go unanswered, maybe it’s because God has a different plan and I just need to have faith that whatever the outcome, it is what’s meant to be. And, whatever situation I’m challenged with, he will help me through it.