I walked up and down the store aisles, struggling to carry an awkward, heavy box as I shopped. The simple floor lamp would probably meet my needs, but I still questioned myself while looking at the kitchen rugs and curtains. Lord, I need a buggy; this lamp is just too heavy, I thought to myself as I turned the corner at the end of the aisle.
A tall man pushing an empty shopping cart approached me and asked, “Ma’am, do you need a buggy?” As I glanced around, I saw no one else in sight. He was speaking to me.
“Well, yes, I do. Thank you.” I shook my head and chuckled. His gesture was another gentle reminder that God hears my prayers.
We pray expectantly, so why are we surprised when God answers our prayers? God gets my attention in many instant answers like these. In seemingly trivial situations, He affirms He walks in step with me. God kindly drops a gentle reminder that He hears all my prayers, including needing a shopping cart.
Often though, I wait impatiently for God’s answers. My prayers seem unacknowledged. Should I pray longer or close my eyes tighter? Should I use more eloquent words and pray out loud? How can I get Him to hear my prayers and act?
However I choose to pray, or however God may answer, He lovingly lets me know He has heard every prayer and will answer when the time is right. God’s perfect will is to accomplish His greater plan and purpose. We know without a doubt that His plans work for good.
When you pray, trust that the Lord is listening.
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Karen Huffaker is now a breakthrough freelance Christian writer after working many years writing and editing in the corporate/legal world. She has taught children’s Sunday school and single mom’s Bible studies and written poetry. She is from the deep South and loves reading Christian books, devotionals, genealogy adventures, fishing, and all things family. She is also passionate about her grandchildren’s sporting events.