ASKING

"Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow" (James 1:17).

 

There is never a need for us to chase a lure or to desire fake food.  EVERY good (beneficial) thing that can be given is given by God alone.  What we desire in our inner being--what we often cannot fully describe--is given by the Father.  It is a perfect gift--a complete gift--lacking nothing.  It is fully satisfying!  God is the Father of the heavenly lights (sun, moon, and stars), and His light is never darkened or shadowed.  Just as His light is never eclipsed--so His gifts are never delayed or held back.  Everyday is Christmas! 

 

Spurgeon said, “Whether we like it or not, asking is the rule of the Kingdom. If you may have everything by asking in His Name, and nothing without asking, I beg you to see how absolutely vital prayer is.”

 

Give it a try today.  Just as surely as the sun is shining (whether you can see it or not), the gifts of God are being released to your prayer.  If you need a little more encouragement, check out what Jesus says in Matthew 7:7-11.