Waiting patiently on the Lord, for your prayers have entered into the ears of the Lord of Sabaoth, and are recorded with this seal and testament—the Lord hath sworn and decreed that they shall be granted."
Doctrine and Covenants 98:1-2
Comfort, joy, and thanksgiving seem appropriate at this time of year... even this year. :)
Reading this today, it seemed strange that the Lord would decree that all of our prayers will be granted. I'm guessing that there might still be an exclusion for when we ask for something that will harm us, or harm others. God still sometimes says no to things that are unwise. However, I think that the verse is a lot more true than we understand, and the key point is at the beginning of that second verse... waiting patiently. God is going to grant us everything that he has in time... that is what he wants for us. As we strive to come unto him, we are on the path to happiness, and all things will work together for our good. Even things that he can't grant us now... like extra time with a loved one, or relief from an illness... he will grant us eventually, and satisfy every righteous desire of our hearts.
Today, let's be comforted, joyful, and thankful, and wait patiently for the Lord to fulfil our prayers, as we strive to do good and keep his Spirit with us.
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