God Hears Us and Responds
On Sunday, February 25th, I went to Target with my daughter to return a purchase. When I arrived at the service desk, I was the only one there. Suddenly, it felt like the Flintstones effect; a long line formed behind me. I dislike crowds and was eager to complete my transaction and leave the store. My daughter was purchasing some pet food, so I went to the register while she checked out.
As we left the store and walked into the parking lot, I prayed inwardly for God’s protection and asked Him to send His warring angels to encamp around us. Once in the car, we exchanged a few words, and as I glanced at my phone, preparing to drive off, I looked up to see a pick-up truck that had backed into a parking spot right in front of me. This meant I couldn’t just drive forward and had to back up to leave. Frustration set in, but I refused to complain.
As I started to back up, my daughter pointed to the pick-up truck, which had a sticker on the back window displaying Isaiah 54:17: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.” Another verse followed: Isaiah 60:22, “At the right time, I the Lord will make it happen.” Immediately, I repented and began praising God.
Here’s the kicker: initially, when I saw the truck parked where it was, I thought, “There are other parking spaces closer to the entrance; why did they have to park in front of my car?” Among all available spots, this was the choice made, even with two closer options to my right. Friends, did I not ask God to send His warring angels to protect me when I prayed?
God doesn’t just hear us; He responds.
I declare that your faith in God will increase as He answers every prayer of yours. I declare that you will know the very voice of God and hear Him in all your dealings. I pray for your zeal and steadfastness. I declare that God will be first in your life, and you will reap the rewards of putting Him first. May His presence overtake you today and always. We serve an awesome, ever-present God. To God be the glory!
