And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith. Matthew 21:22
These words, in red, are the ending phrase of the event of the withering fig tree. On His way back to Jerusalem, Jesus sought fruit from a fig tree to appease His hunger. It had no fruit, just lovely leaves. With the disciples as witnesses, Jesus declared the tree would never bear fruit. The verse above is the reiteration of His divine power over all things and judgement on the unfruitful.
There are two words within this verse that are extremely important, “In Prayer.” Our faith, and our desired outcomes, must be aligned with God’s will and purpose. When these two things are in place, the impossible is no more and there will be a miraculous recognition of God’s presence, perfect wisdom and flawless timing in all things.
We seek many things, but the simple desire of the pure heart is peace, harmony, well-being and contentment. I ask, how much of this is settled in a prayer of faith to Him who is All Knowing and All Mighty?
May you find rest in faith,
Gretchen