Praying I believe takes courage. We cannot engage in it lightly. It is because God has given us this privilege to communicate with our Creator in a meaningful and trusting way. However, I also believe at times we might offer prayer on a whim. In other words, we view prayer as one of many options. If what we pray for comes about - well and good. If not, then nothing is lost. It can be a form of prayer roulette, where we just take a chance.
As I was reading Chapter 11 in St. Mark's Gospel, I came across these words of Jesus: "Therefore, I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24. Jesus is here saying that we can't view prayer as if we are taking a long shot - no, we must have faith. It is a faith that what we have prayed for is already ours!
How often have you had this kind of faith in your praying? I would invite you to reflect on these words of Jesus. I would invite you also to reflect on the confidence you have with your prayers. We can have such confidence because these words come from the Lord of history. Pray boldly!
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