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It seems that every time in my life when I thought the Lord was taking something away, or that He wasn’t answering my prayers, none of that was true. Scripture reminds us to be thankful for the detours, the roadblocks, and all the closed doors in our lives. For, in reality, God—our Lord and Savior—was protecting us from paths and places that were not meant for us. Amen. How many of us can now look back over our lives and see God’s hand, directing us and leading us away from where we thought we wanted to be, to where we were truly meant to go? Now, we can understand why the Lord closed certain doors, and why, in His infinite wisdom, He said no.

So today, wherever you may be in life or whatever you are praying for, it may seem like God isn’t hearing or answering your prayers. But I want to encourage you—He is listening, and He is answering you. Amen.

His answer may not be the one you are expecting, or even the one you want, but it is the right answer. And even if you don’t understand it now, one day you will look back and see why He placed you where you are, and why He didn’t allow you to go where you thought you wanted to be. For the Bible says in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord. Plans for peace, not for evil, to give you hope and a future.” God has a great plan for each of us, and when we walk in His plans instead of our own, we live a much more fulfilled and peaceful life.

So, let’s allow God to have His way, and be obedient to His will and His calling for our lives. Remember, God knows what’s best for us. We may not see the whole picture, but He surely does. Let us trust Him, have faith, and let go, allowing God to take control of our lives..Amen..for it is in His name , Jesus’ name, that I do ask and pray, Amen and Amen.

Be blessed today, my dear friends, and remember—wherever you go and whatever you do, be a light for our Father. Much love to you all. Mandi

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