April 8th, 2024
A habit I’ve cultivated when interacting with others is asking if there’s anything, I can pray with them about.
The responses to this question vary. Some abruptly shut me down with harsh words, insisting I never ask them again. Then, there are those who surprise me with their response, saying, “No, it’s okay. I don’t want to bother God.”
Interestingly, this is a common response I receive from many individuals.
Receiving that answer saddens me. Firstly, because God delights in our coming to Him. The Bible encourages us to seek Him in times of need and to cast our cares upon Him. While this isn’t the sole reason for approaching God, it certainly doesn’t displease Him! I dare say it brings Him joy when His children seek His help.
Secondly, not only does He encourage us to ask, but the Bible explicitly states, “You do not have because you do not ask” (James 4:2).
We shouldn’t feel embarrassed to ask. I believe the pride that sometimes wells up within us holds us back from receiving what God desires to give us!
We let pride and fear hinder us from seeking help, even though God has surrounded us with gifted individuals who can assist us in various areas.
God not only wants to help you but has also placed people around you for that very purpose. He has surrounded us with individuals who possess wisdom and knowledge in areas where we may lack.
We must overcome the pride of asking! It’s not about wrong answers; it’s about asking the right questions. As we learn to pose the right questions, we’ll begin to uncover the solutions we need for our current situations.
Let’s start this week by seeking solutions, help, guidance, vision, or whatever else we may need from God and those He has placed around us!
