Prayer in Faith

But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind.  James 1:6 (NKJV)

That's always been one of my favourite verses. I honestly have no clue why though, because I never really knew the true meaning to it. I always told myself that someday I would learn the meaning to it. Well lately, God has been teaching me the meaning. I've always had pride issues; I hate asking for things, and when I do I never believe I'll actually get it. Even if it's something I actually need. Whenever I prayed to God I never really trusted that he would pull through and help or do what I was praying for. Something I've realised lately, that the only way it works is if you actually pray in faith that He is truly able. I would pray that I could find a good job and home, but I didn't think it was possible so I didn't trust the Lord would pull through and help. So after that eventually he would put me in a situation where I would be absolutely desperate for help, so I'd be forced to give a thoughtful and good prayer and had no choice but to trust Him. When I started trusting I got a job, and a home. Now that job didn't last, I wasn't meant to be there. I got a job the next day... and also got laid off right away but they didn't tell me they didn't need me till I had already quit my other job. So right now I am unemployed, but I've started praying again. This time I know God will help me, he never lets me down when I am in need. Today I got some calls and have set up 2 interviews for next week as well as I may be getting an apprenticeship in construction/framing. I was down to my last penny, and needed money for rent, food, and a bus pas so I could continue looking for a job. I was so scared but I stopped and prayed, trusting God would help. Then before any other thoughts could creep in, I went to bed. The next morning (this morning) I had a large of money given to me. Praise the Lord for he is good. I guess all I'm trying to say is don't take God for granted. Don't ask for things out of selfishness because he will not answer to that, neither will he answer if you are not truly trusting and having faith in Him. He loves us and wants us to trust him, and he can do some very amazing and wonderful things if you do.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5,6 (NIV)