1 John 5:13-15
I have written this to you who
believe in the Son of God so that you may know you have eternal life.
And we are sure of this, that he will listen to us whenever we ask him
for anything in line with his will. And if we really know he is
listening when we talk to him and make our requests, then we can be sure
that he will answer us.
The
Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by
permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois
60188. All rights reserved.
I
saw a “pin” on Pinterest titled, “How to pray when you just can’t
focus.” Boy, does that ever describe me lately! The suggestions
included…Pray the “LORD’s Prayer”…Pray out loud…Pray with someone
else…Pray the Psalms.
I have to admit, I take comfort in knowing
that I am not alone…that others mean well yet sometimes struggle to
maintain focus in their prayer life. I am reminded that we are, after
all, mere humans - and subject to becoming easily distracted! The GOOD
NEWS for me is that God is NEVER distracted! He is always watching and
listening…and when we make our requests known to Him, they are heard.
Romans
8:26 reminds us that when we cannot form the words, the Holy Spirit
prays for us. This scripture comforts me greatly! The KEY is to remain
in tune with the Holy Spirit, so that this can happen. But when
we have lost focus (for whatever reason)…when life beats us down to a
point where words just do not form…God still knows our heart and is able
to answer our petitions!
I don’t know about you, but this gives
me tremendous comfort and courage. And I want to share this knowledge
with others. I want us all to understand that there are times in our
lives when we love the LORD with all our hearts…but words simply fail
us. There are situations and circumstances where our needs are
tremendous…and we are completely unable to express them in any sensible
manner. Bolstered with the knowledge that God still hears me – and
answers – during these times…I am overwhelmed with peace, courage, and
confidence.
None of us has a “corner on this market.” What God
does for us, He will gladly do for others who seek His will and desire
to serve Him. I don’t know whether this is a season of great focus for
you…or if your thoughts are scattered to the four winds. But if you are
in step with the Holy Spirit, rest assured that God is hearing you –
and answering perfectly – no matter what you are actually saying.
©2016 Debbie Robus
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