Whatever we ask

“And we receive from Him whatever we ask, because we [watchfully] obey His orders [observe His suggestions and injunctions, follow His plan for us] and [habitually] practice what is pleasing to Him.” 1 John 3:22 AMPC

There could be two reasons that we don’t receive what we desire, what we are hoping for: Either we aren’t asking, or we are asking, but we aren’t doing what the Holy Spirit is leading us to do in other areas of our lives.  We can’t be asking God for blessings, yet doing nothing for God in return; we should be asking and doing both.  So, think about your prayers, then think about your actions – do they coincide with the leading of the Lord in your life?  If not, change your actions and ask with a pure heart.  Now, if they do line up, and what you are asking for still isn’t coming into fruition, then what you are asking for isn’t good enough for you, and God has something much better in store.  So, keep the faith, live with patience, and let the good Lord bring your prayers into reality in His way and in His timing.