Daily Archive

Some of us have been disappointed with the outcomes in life. If we’re not mindful, we’ll allow this disappointment to affect our faith.

If we have a need or desire, but we’ve accepted the mentality that if it happens then it’s God’s will, but if it doesn’t happen then it’s not God’s will, that’s not faith. We’re living a life with no expectation. We’re allowing life to tell us what it’s going to give us instead of using our God-given authority to take what we need or desire from life. It’s like a person who chooses to never get in relationship because they don’t want to get hurt.

If a person wants to live their life with no expectation and afraid to take risks, that’s fine. However, for those who desire to receive everything God wants them to have, stay encouraged. 

First of all, it’s not a risk when it comes to receiving things from God. It’s a guarantee. God’s Word guarantees we will receive everything we desire (Mark 11:24). The reasons we don’t receive the things we desire are:

1. We don’t ask (James 4:2) 

2. Unbelief/Doubt (James 1:6-7) 

3. Wrong Motives (James 4:3) 

4. Condemnation (1 John 3:20-24) 

 If we ask God, with correct motives, believe in our hearts, and free ourselves from condemnation we will receive whatever we desire. Live a life of expectation. 

 James 1:6 But he must ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea, driven and tossed by the wind. 7 For that man ought not to expect that he will receive anything from the Lord,