When Does God Say Yes?
It’s always one of the big questions in the Christian life – why does God seemingly answer some prayers and not others? Those far more wise and educated than I, have sought to answer that question, but still we wonder and grapple with why catastrophes happen to good people, and why God, at times, appears to remain silent in our own personal tragedies.
But we must remember that there are certain prayers God will always say “yes” to. The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 3:17, “All the promises of God find their “yes” in Him (Christ).” Jesus is the fulfillment of all the promises of God. And he always says “yes” to his promises.
What does He promise?
To be our:
Comfort
Shield
Peace
Protector
Deliverer
Savior
He is all these things and so much more. Lately I’m learning that the real miracle in any situation is His presence in our lives. All of us will experience disappointment, hurt, hardship, or sickness to one degree or another. But whether an illness or a situation is removed, or whether we walk through the valley of the shadow, we have the gift of His presence, and his promise to be with us always (Matthew 28:20).
So the next time you wonder if God is hearing your desperate prayer, remember you can count on the fact that He always says “yes” to His promises, and cannot do otherwise. Of that you can be sure.
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1
Written by:
Michelle Dowdy