Comments on: When God Doesn’t Listen

By: mattsummers

mattsummers — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 13:51:18 +0000

No, I’m not saying that. I’m pointing out that that there are any number of reasons prayers might go unanswered, not the least of which could be continued, unaddressed sin in our lives. Perhaps the belief that our goodness entitles us to answered prayers is just as problematic. God is not obliged to give us what we ask for, no matter how impassioned we plea, no matter how holy we are, no matter what we declare in Jesus name. God is going to do what He deems best regardless of our “knee-burning” prayers. Still, I pray that He answers yours for there is no better blessing on this earth than children. Perhaps, He may answer your prayers through adoption or foster care. Lord, knows that there are millions of children who would love to be in safe, healthy homes.

By: Gary Staves

Gary Staves — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:19:03 +0000

So you’re saying that God will not answer the knee-burning prayers of my wife and I to become pregnant because “sin is provoking him to remain silent”? Hmmm. I’ve been married 8 years to a wonderful woman. We’re Christian. We’ve both examined our hearts and each others for ‘wickedness’ and can’t find it. We’re sinners saved by the Grace of Our Son Jesus. Can you explain your statement please?
Sincerely,
In Him

By: simplymurray

simplymurray — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:05:07 +0000

This is so true.. The minute you stop thinking about yourself and focus on God, the minute he answers your prayer.. I have an example. I was very worried when I first moved here, about the job, about not knowing anyone, wondering if I would I like it.. Then one day I just gave it to God. He answered my prayers in many ways after that. It is so crazy, yet simple how everything works.

By: mattsummers

mattsummers — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:39:37 +0000

Emily: Make that Acts 2:38.

By: mattsummers

mattsummers — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:37:24 +0000

Dear Emily: Making that transition from mere belief to saving faith is indeed difficult. You will have to make sacrifices in your current way of living (this is called repentance). However, if you will trust (faith) in Jesus as your Lord and Savior (submitting to the waters of baptism) you will discover that the life you are accepting is more complete, purposeful, and fulfilling than the life you will be leaving behind. BUT you must learn to trust in the goodness of God and in His vision for your life. Also, the presence of God in your life promised at baptism (Acts 2:38) will help you and lead you to place God first–and this won’t happen overnight, it will be a life-long process. Blessings to you.

By: mattsummers

mattsummers — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:33:11 +0000

Jimmy D, I remember something about DC and these passages–but no details that I recall in regard to our context. RE: Prayer: I feel the same as you do, and am still trying to develop the art of prayer as relationship rather than prayer as request. But the book I am reading is giving some insight and I can say that my prayer life is growing and developing–and possibly that I am “Hearing God’s Voice” more clearly.

By: Jimmy D

Jimmy D — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:36:15 +0000

I will never forget our dear brother D.C.’s position he took on this very subject with another individual that we both know…do you recall? I am absolutely sure D.C. would appreciate today’s blog. He has a fairly lengthy list of scripture that he has researched supporting today’s topic. I believe I still have a copy around hear somewhere.

If you had to summarize in one or two sentences how to best listen to God…how would you do it? I often feel that my prayers are way to much of me and not enough God. That is entirely my fault…for not shutting up and listening more.

By: Emily

Emily — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:07:23 +0000

Hi there,

I was attracted by the title “when God doesn’t listen”, and … to be honest, God teaches me how to be mature and yeah … I can feel his love, but now i hesitate to be baptism, coz…coz i am afraid to take the responsibility to serve god. I am not sure if i can love god more than myself. I mean I do love God, my father. But sometimes i cannot stop myself being selfish.

When I finished reading 《The purpose driven life》, i feel ashamed. why can’t I love god more? why? and that sounds i was forced to love him.

I don’t know what’s going wrong in my mind. Can you give me some tips?

cheers
Emily

PS. I am a chinese girl and i am not sure if you can understand my poor english. If you can give me some advise, would you please reply to my Email address? Thank you!

Peace be with you ^ ^