Unanswered Prayer | Erica Giesbrecht

01/05/2025 46 min

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Episode Synopsis

Are we truly praying with expectation and persistence? This powerful message challenges us to examine our prayer life and relationship with God. Drawing from the story of Moses on Mount Sinai, we're reminded that waiting on God's answer requires patience and faith. The Israelites' impatience led them to idolatry after just 47 days, while we often give up much sooner. We're encouraged to pray boldly, avoiding the tendency to 'scale down' our prayers out of fear of disappointment. The teaching emphasizes that the purpose of prayer isn't just to get what we want, but to align ourselves to receive more of God. As we deepen our relationship with Him, our desires naturally align with His will. This perspective shift can transform our approach to unanswered prayers, helping us trust in God's timing and purposes, even when His answer is 'no' or 'wait'.