James 4:3 (ESV)
You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to
spend it on your passions.
Do you ever wonder why it is that sometimes we don't get
the things we pray for? James hits it on the nail when he says that we ask
amiss, that we may consume it upon our pleasures.
Think about this. You work for a large company such as,
let's say, IBM. You've been with them for quite some time and been faithful and
diligent to do what's been required of you. You've gained some trust and
seniority. One day, the boss decides to give you access to the company card,
should you ever need it, trusting that if you'll use it, you'll be using it to
purchase something for the good of the company.
We who know Jesus are in God's company -- and we have
been entrusted with the company card! When we swipe that card and ask for that
thing in the name of Jesus, we will get it --- as long as it will benefit the
company!
Is that thing for which you've been praying going to
benefit the Kingdom? If so, then pray in faith! God will do it! If not, let's
ask God to help us know how to pray today!
Dear Lord, we thank You for the power You give to each of
us through prayer, help us use that power in a way that is pleasing to You.
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