Day 7 - God Hears Your Prayers

“How do I know God is really listening when I pray? I can’t see Him or hear His voice out loud,” Bethany asked her mom.

“Tonight was your birthday dinner, right?” Mom asked. Bethany nodded. “You asked for spaghetti weeks ago. You didn’t know when I went to the grocery and bought the ingredients. I asked Grandma to make her special garlic bread. I made the sauce this morning while you were at school. So, lots of things were happening that you didn’t see or know about.”

Bethany nodded. “I get what you mean. God is listening and answering even if I don’t know.”

“That’s right. You asked for spaghetti and you enjoyed it tonight, but you didn’t know all the things that were happening in between. You pray to God and you don’t always know how He is working, but trust me. He is! Remember to pay attention when He answers prayers and thank Him for His blessings.”

PERSONAL BLUEPRINT

In your journal, write down some of the things you are praying about and add today’s date. Then, when you know God has given an answer, write down what it was and that date. Keep up with what God is doing.

PRAY

We ask God for many things, but sometimes we forget to notice when He answers. Think about prayers God has answered recently and thank Him for hearing your prayers.

This plan was adapted from Concrete and Cranes: 100 Devotions Building on the Love of Jesus. Visit concreteandcranes.com to find out more.