November 14th, 2013 
dsisler I’m leading a group of ladies in a Bible study on prayer. God has been drawing me closer to Him through several studies on prayer in recent years and yet again, I’m amazed at what God is teaching me through His Word and this group of ladies.
Sometimes we face difficulties in life that don’t seem to make sense or there seems to be no way out or perhaps unfair. It’s in these situations that we must learn to trust God and pour out our hearts to Him. He knows what we need in each situation and whether the answer to our request is not the desired answer, we can be assured that God does answer prayer.
In going through some computer files, I came across a table filled with some ways that God answers our prayers in a positive way. I don’t remember where I found it, so I can’t give credit to the person who took the time to put this chart together. But I believe it is worth sharing.
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God Has a Positive Answer |
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YOU SAY |
GOD SAYS |
BIBLE VERSES |
| You say: “It’s impossible” | God says: All things are possible | Luke 18:27 |
| You say: “I’m too tired” | God says: I will give you rest | Matthew 11:28-30 |
| You say: “Nobody really loves me” | God says: I love you | John 3:16 & John 3:34 |
| You say: “I can’t go on” | God says: My grace is sufficient | 2 Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 92:15 |
| You say: “I can’t figure things out” | God says: I will direct your steps | Proverbs 3:5-6 |
| You say: “I can’t do it” | God says: You can do all things | Philippians 4:13 |
| You say: “I’m not able” | God says: I am able | 2 Corinthians 9:8 |
| You say: “It’s not worth it” | God says: It will be worth it | Romans 8:28 |
| You say: “I can’t forgive myself” | God says: I forgive you | 1 John 1:9 & Romans 8:1 |
| You say: “I can’t manage” | God says: I will supply all of your needs | Philippians 4:19 |
| You say: “I’m afraid” | God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear | 2 Timothy 1:7 |
| You say: “I’m always worried and frustrated | God says: Cast all your cares on ME | 1 Peter 5:7 |
| You say: “I’m not smart enough” | Go says: I give you wisdom | 1 Corinthians 1:30 |
| You say: “I feel all alone” | God says: I will never leave you or forsake you | Hebrews 13:5 |
We may not know what today will bring, but we do not have to go through it alone. God has promised that He will be with us and through His presence, we can face each situation with the confidence that He offers.
Today you may face one of these one of these issues. If so, why not plan to look to God and His Word for the encouragement you need. Know that He does care for you and wants what is best for you. You simply need to ask Him to help you through it.
I’m certain God isn’t finished teaching me about prayer…I have three books about prayer on my radar to pick up and read next. Lord, teach me!
Grace and peace be yours in abundance,
Donna
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