So I tell you to ask, and you will receive. Search, and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened for you. Everyone who asks will receive. The one who searches will find, and for the person who knocks, the door will be opened. [Luke 11:9-10 (GW)]

Everyone who asks will receive, but they may not always receive what they asked for. When I look back, I find that God’s denials of my requests have resulted in far better gifts than I ever could have imagined. They have led me to new and better places. His refusals have, indeed, opened doors, just not the ones I expected!

Grantor of all good things, give me a thankful heart when my prayers aren’t answered the way I’d hoped. Keep me mindful that you have promised to always provide and that you know far better than I what needs to be done and how it can be accomplished.