Today's scripture:I call to you, God, and you answer me. Listen to me now, and hear what I say.
Psalm 17:6
If you have ever IM'd or sent a text or chat to a friend, you know what it is to wait and wait and wait...The person on the other end can't hear you, and there is no real way to yell or get the person's. Sure, you can capitalize every single letter in bold print and add a bunch of exclamation marks, but he or she still won't actually hear you. But there's no waiting with God. God hears you faster than a bolt of lightning, and he will answer you.
God is interested in hearing about your day, whom you like, what is bugging you, and whatever is on your heart. You never get a busy signal or a BRB or an AFK from God. He never steps away from the computer screen of your heart. He is always online for you.
FYI: Prayer can be your instant message to God. You don't have to worry about high-speed or dial-up or getting kicked off-line with God. Prayer is the connection to God that always operates on full power. You have a connection that will result in a response from God. Unlike the friend who steps away from the computer when you ask a critical question or need some real advice, God stays with you all the time. He answers every message you send him, instant or otherwise. Sometimes he will answer you with a verse in the Bible as you read scripture. Sometimes he will send someone your way to help you see God's answer. Sometimes you will get a sense of peace and a sense of knowing what needs to be done to keep that peace. The fact is, God hears you, and he answers you.
Selah people' and friends God is ready to listen to you. Send up a prayer right now; tell him all about what is on your heart. I'm reminded of the song "Have a little talk with Jesus"...Nelas Sutton and Cecil Odom used to do a wonderful harmony version of it at my home church in Dobbersville. Lift it up and send it HIS way he will respond to you.
"Peace and happiness be with you as you take it to God and allow him to help you find the answers you seek."
Your pastor,
Rev Muston(PreacherPatrick) from Wayne Memorial Hospital - Goldsboro,NC
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