The Answer: Not What I Imagined

Joseph Brice dives deep into the transformative power of faith-filled prayer and the significant role our words play in shaping our reality and fulfilling our divine purpose.

Have you ever prayed for something and later realized that the Answer you got was not what you expected? It can be confusing, even frustrating. Maybe you rejected the Answer and prayed again, thinking this couldn't be from God.

Sometimes, we miss the answers to our prayers because we have preconceived notions about how they should appear. When the solution fails to match our expectations, we doubt its authenticity and pray to God again for an alternative answer that aligns with our imagination.

However, it's crucial to understand that the Answer to our prayers may not always come in the form we anticipate. It could be disguised in a situation we least expect or someone we never thought could offer a solution. Therefore, it's essential to keep an open mind and trust that "God's ways are higher than ours, and His thoughts are higher than ours."

Often, when we pray, we seek solutions to our immediate desires and needs. Yet, we must bear in mind that the effects of our prayers can extend far beyond our own lives. Our prayers might be the answer to someone else's prayers from centuries ago, underscoring the profound influence of prayer. Its responses can ignite hope and inspiration not just within us but also in those around us.

Sometimes, the quest for a solution to a problem can be arduous and emotionally taxing. Yet, this distress can lead us to discover a solution. Conversely, we might endeavor to find a solution to someone else's problem without realizing that we are the solution ourselves; we might be the answer to their prayer. This interconnectedness serves as a potent reminder of the ripple effect our prayers can create.

At times, when life becomes challenging, and we yearn for a different answer from God, His silence can be our answer. In other words, God may not alter His will for our lives.

Have you ever wondered if the answer to a question you've been grappling with is already out there? The truth is, if we can formulate a question, God already has the answer. With God, the answer always precedes the question. He comprehends the end from the beginning and is the Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End, the First and the Last. It's not a coincidence that the Scripture says, "The Lamb was slain before the foundations of the world." This reaffirms God's omniscience and omnipotence, reminding us that He is perpetually in control.

This means that before humanity ever sinned, the solution to the problem was already in place. In other words, God had already provided the Answer because He is the Answer. Everything we need is in Him. He is the thirst and the water that quenches the thirst. He is the air we breathe and the lungs that desperately need it. He is the hunger and the food that satisfies. He is everything we need and more. He Is God!

Be cautious not to dismiss your answered prayer simply because it doesn't align with your expectations. This is a common pitfall that many people fall into, as The Religious Leaders known as The Pharisees miss out on recognizing Jesus because He didn't fit their preconceived image of a messiah. Similarly, we might overlook our blessings if we are too fixated on what the" Answer should look like.

Remember, the part we can do, we should do; the things far beyond our reach are the part we give to God.

Today, we face many challenges, and people want answers. When we pray, we should strive to have faith in God, knowing that Jesus is The Answer!