Answered Prayers

Isaiah 55:8 - "My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord.

Because I belong to an intercessory prayer group, I keep a prayer journal. From time to time I go back over my journal and check off prayer request that have been answered. Sometimes they are answered with a yes or no, or no not now.

Have you ever gone back over your prayer request and found one that was answered long after the request was made? Many times we want instant answers to our prayers but it doesn't happen. Have you thought about how waiting for God to act can refine your faith, teach you and prepare you for future responsibilities God has for you?

God has the bigger picture and He knows things we don't. I find comfort in knowing that He knows best, doesn't make mistakes and that He is always present watching over me.

"God answers some prayers immediately, some eventually and some only in eternity" - Upper Room