11.18: Praying with an Attitude of Gratitude Makes a Difference

A friend told me once that God never answers his  prayers. Unfortunately, I didn’t know how to answer him at the time.  Now I do. God isn’t your magic genie. Yes, prayer is just talking to God  and Jesus did say, “Ask and you shall receive…” (Matthew 7:7-8). However, you must pray with the right attitude — an attitude of gratitude. Now, you don’t have to open every prayer  with thanksgiving. For instance, every time I hear a siren, I pray,  “God, bless them and whoever they’re going to go help!” That’s a quick  “911 prayer”. Or when I see a homeless person begging in the corner, I  pray, “Lord, help him/her get the help that they need.” Fast and simple.  Those prayers work because they’re not about you. They are intercessory  prayers and they are unselfish. You can’t help everybody out there, but  you can pray for them. If you ask God for something out of greed, pride, envy, jealousy, gluttony, etc. (the 7 Deadly Sins), you probably won’t get it. James told us… Keep reading in my blog where there are links so you can dig deeper and there's a special worship video at the bottom.... If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit.  Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Jesus is coming back soon! Are you ready? Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory! This is a daily podcast, published each evening.  Hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out!  And please share this with your friends.