Have you ever prayed for a yes and got a yes...just not exactly the one you where hoping for?
Life is never dull with God. He sure has a way to surprise us at every turn. Once we allow the Holy Spirit to work in us and we finally learn to relax a bit and go with the flow of the Lord’s plan…we would discover that His flow could actually be a lot of fun!
We pray for blessings and for all the things we desire. We pray for life to turn out the way we want. Our Heavenly Father, however, shows us time and time again, that His plans are WAY better than our own, and that even though He might not always answer our prayers the way we expected or hoped for, He always answers them for the benefit of our character and for the brilliance of His glory.
Such was the case I experienced very recently. I have been praying for a particular “yes” as an answer to a prayer. The prayer was actually for a dear young woman I very much admire and have grown to love. This particular “yes” however, would also benefit me directly, so it definitively was a double whammy : ) After praying for a while, I gradually stopped being so selfish and I just began to pray for the right “yes/s” to come to this young lady’s life. And guess what? I’ve had the privilege to witness God’s very hand delivering His “yes” to this precious child right in front of my eyes…The “yes” that she got, however,--- you guessed it,--- was not the one that would directly benefit me.
Nonetheless, I was ecstatic to hear the news! God allowed me to be personally involved in this answer prayer in a selfless way which brought me the most joy possibly imaginable. It was like witnessing a miracle. And for that, I am most grateful. The miracle of seeing the power of prayer is worth more to me than any scheme that would end up benefiting my selfish purposes.
Of course I am not attributing this yes to my lowly prayer. I know the answer came as part of God’s Holy and perfect plan and will (besides, I also know for a fact that this girl has been prayed over by a multitude of Saints way before I got in the picture : ) What I’m saying is that I am so very thankful the Lord allowed me to be a part of it.
In the meantime, I’m still waiting for my own “yes.” However, while I wait, I know the Lord will take care of me, no matter what. My needs will be met regardless of the path He takes me into to fulfill them. I live by faith and not by sight, and no matter how hopeless things may look to the naked eye, I know He works all things together for good for those He loves and according to His perfect will…so I am not going to worry about myself for now. Instead, I am going to rejoice in a “yes” that even though it was rather unexpected, it ended up being so much better than anything I could have planned.
We pray for blessings and for all the things we desire. We pray for life to turn out the way we want. Our Heavenly Father, however, shows us time and time again, that His plans are WAY better than our own, and that even though He might not always answer our prayers the way we expected or hoped for, He always answers them for the benefit of our character and for the brilliance of His glory.
Such was the case I experienced very recently. I have been praying for a particular “yes” as an answer to a prayer. The prayer was actually for a dear young woman I very much admire and have grown to love. This particular “yes” however, would also benefit me directly, so it definitively was a double whammy : ) After praying for a while, I gradually stopped being so selfish and I just began to pray for the right “yes/s” to come to this young lady’s life. And guess what? I’ve had the privilege to witness God’s very hand delivering His “yes” to this precious child right in front of my eyes…The “yes” that she got, however,--- you guessed it,--- was not the one that would directly benefit me.
Nonetheless, I was ecstatic to hear the news! God allowed me to be personally involved in this answer prayer in a selfless way which brought me the most joy possibly imaginable. It was like witnessing a miracle. And for that, I am most grateful. The miracle of seeing the power of prayer is worth more to me than any scheme that would end up benefiting my selfish purposes.
Of course I am not attributing this yes to my lowly prayer. I know the answer came as part of God’s Holy and perfect plan and will (besides, I also know for a fact that this girl has been prayed over by a multitude of Saints way before I got in the picture : ) What I’m saying is that I am so very thankful the Lord allowed me to be a part of it.
In the meantime, I’m still waiting for my own “yes.” However, while I wait, I know the Lord will take care of me, no matter what. My needs will be met regardless of the path He takes me into to fulfill them. I live by faith and not by sight, and no matter how hopeless things may look to the naked eye, I know He works all things together for good for those He loves and according to His perfect will…so I am not going to worry about myself for now. Instead, I am going to rejoice in a “yes” that even though it was rather unexpected, it ended up being so much better than anything I could have planned.
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2: 3-4
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Hi Gisela! So happy for your friend! And it wasn't a 'yes' for you because God has something so much better planned. If we have patience, we will see his works! So I am excited for you :)
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Thank you Ceil...and I guess the way I see it now is that it WAS a yes for me too : ) because I have learned so much by this whole experience that I feel as if He answered me too. Thank you so much for taking the time to dropping me your wonderful words. Blessings!
DeleteGisela, your messages always speak to my heart! Thank you for the words of wisdom, my friend!
ReplyDeleteI praise the Lord that the thoughts He gives me bless and speak to others as well. He is GOOD ALL the time, and I just love seeing Him in action!
DeleteFrom someone who is a 'Professional Waiter' (as in "waiting on God" rather than "server at restaurant").....it always seems that the longer the wait the sweeter the blessing. Now I am praying for YOUR YES. I thank God for you and I am so humbled that you would even have the time or thoughtfulness to pray for me of all people. I was so touched this brought me to tears............love you!
ReplyDeleteHa, ha!!! I love the expression: "professional waiter" I must use it someday : ) Thank YOU for all you've done for us and of course I prayed and will continue to pray for you, dear! You are one very special young lady and I wish you the VERY BEST! God has so much in store for you...keep in touch! I can't wait to see what else He reveals in your life. Big hugs, my "secret" friend ; )
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