The Father’s Good Gifts
“You parents—if your children ask for a loaf of bread, do you give them a stone instead? Or if they ask for a fish, do you give them a snake? Of course not! So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask Him.”
Matthew 7:9-11 (NLT)
Thought
Every good and perfect gift is from God. God has given us our talents, abilities and opportunities. Most of the time, we’re more aware of what we don’t have than what we do have. Gratitude for God’s blessings helps our hearts come alive.
Prayer Practice
Pause
Spend a few minutes just being with God. Ask Him if He wants to say anything to you. Sit in the truth that He desires good things for you!
Rejoice
Spend time thanking God for all His blessings. Some examples:
- House
- Food
- Clothing
- Friends and family
- Job
- Church
- Health
- Skills and talents
- Opportunities
Ask
Don’t be afraid to ask God for what you want. Ask Him for the things He’s placed on your heart. Unasked prayer is a far greater tragedy than unanswered prayer.
Yield
Yield to the truth that God’s plans are better than yours. Sometimes things happen that we wouldn’t have planned, but God can use all these things in mighty ways! Tell Him you trust Him today!