“Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.” John 16:24

A good relationship is characterized by an open means for communication. A child does not hesitate to ask his/her parents a thousand questions a day. We don’t think twice about calling a friend and sharing what’s on our mind. But somehow, we’ve restricted our relationship with God to just certain times of the day.

God is not a distant entity we need to meet only at a scheduled time. He is always available – any time of night or day. But we are hardly aware of His presence as we go about our daily lives. We’re often guilty of thinking about a lot of things but not praying about any of them. We don’t have to turn to God only when things are beyond our control. We have the privilege of enjoying a constant communication with Him. We just need to make use of it.

God wants you to have a joy-filled life. You don’t have to let your circumstances dictate your state of mind. The next time you feel worries and stressful thoughts crowding your mind, take a moment to pray. Ask God for wisdom, guidance, grace and the strength to overcome. God is willing and able to answer your prayers so that your joy may be full.

Bro Andrew Richard

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