When he entered the house, the blind men came to him, and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They said to him, “Yes, Lord.” Then he touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith be it done to you.” (Matthew 9:28, 29 ESV)
Every morning when I wake up, I begin my day by praying. I pray for family and friends. I pray for blessings for my workplaces and church. What if God’s response to my request and petitions is “Do you believe I am able to do this?”
I frequently just lob prayers up like I am tossing pennies in a wishing well. Many times I have prayed for wisdom, but when I am granted wisdom, I act like it is an accident or luck. I completely forget who is the giver of wisdom.
I often pray asking God to bless my marriage and my family. I am so blessed. I have been blessed with a beautiful wife, who is an amazing mother. I have been blessed with two wonderful kids. So often I forget to thank He who has so blessed me.
I am greatly encouraged by a story of a father long ago. This father had a very sick son. When he asked for Jesus to help his son, Jesus replied “All things are possible for one who believes.” Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:23-24 ESV)
I pray this on a regular basis, “I believe; help my unbelief!”