Is "Ask and you shall receive" a biblical lie?

Question

I think so, because I've been asking God for a partner for over 10 years now and still no answer. Being Valentine's Day, the betrayal becomes somewhat magnified. Actually, does God even exist? Why do people even believe the bible? Maybe I should stop being a Christian... are atheists happier? Just answer whatever you feel like, I appreciate any replies.

Answer 1

Who is trying to convince you that God is not good? That your heavenly Gather does not have your best interests in mind? That He is holding out on you in some way? Can you hear the hiss of the serpent in such reasoning?
Perhaps we are never more vulnerable to this temptation than when our hearts are broken and we cry out to God only to have him remain silent. And in the silence, i we listen carefully, we will hear the hiss of that old serpent, "If God really does care, why doesn't He do something about your suffering? Why doesn't He at least say something? Maybe He's just got a cruel, capricious streak. We all do, you know. Or is He on vacation and unaware of what's going on? Or maybe He knows, but He's just indifferent. Or maybe He's not indifferent, just busy-and you are not high on His priority list. When you need Him, where is God?"
When have you cried out....
Lord, I'm hurting.
Lord, my heart is broken.
Lord, help me! Now! Please!
How has Jesus responded? Has He remained silent in your life? Has His lack of response caused you to doubt His goodness?
When Mary and Marth begged Jesus to help their brother, Lazarus, their sense of helplessness was reinforced because not only had something bad happened to their brother, but when it did Jesus didn't respond to their plea. He musht have seemed hidden....
out of touch....
uncaring.......
remote.....
removed.......
Actually, Jesus had gotten their message. "Yet when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days" (11:6). Jesus had heard, but He did nothing about it. Does that mean Jesus was aloof to their needs? Deaf to their plea? That He's just not good?
Does God seem to be hiding himself from you?
Then be encoraged as you consider what Jesus did for Marth and Mary in answer to their plea on behalf of their brother! God's silence is never due to....
deafness
or indifference
or preoccupation with other things
or inability to act
or meanness.
God cannot be less than Himself, and God is good. His silence is not denial. Marth would discover that Jesus' silence was a purposeful delay. But this discovery was not immediate. It stretchec out over at least a four-day period that must have seemed and eternity to the sisters' grief-strickn minds and broken hearts. But it was during the delay that their faith was streatched until they learned to trust God beyond the grave.

Just because God is silent in your asking for a partner doesn't mean that he dosen't hear your pleas'...dont give up on being a Christian. It's just the timing isn't right. For either you or your partner to be. Just trust him that he will lead you to that special someone. You just have to be pacient and wait for his timing to be right. Good luck and God bless!

Answer 2

To your first question the answer is No. If you are a real Christian then you must have read the old testament. Job had everything a man could possible want: God, wife, beautiful children, money, friends, luxeries, land, etc. He was loved and respected not only by people around him but also by God. Later on Job lost everything except his wife. He lost his children one by one, money, and everything. But the greatest of all he didn't lose. He had strong faith in God. Job is known as the most patient and he was well rewarded for his patience. Even after losing everything valuable to him not once did he turn away from God, because he knew God loved him. He never cursed God, in fact, he praised God even in his misery. God gave him back everything he had and more for his patience. Therefore, wait and be patient like Job. Thank God for what you have and what you don't have you will receive when the time is right. God Bless and don't ever doubt in God.

Answer 3

There was a time, about 7 or 8 years ago, when I was praying for a partner too. I thought I would receive one. It never happened. Today I'm still single but no longer searching. I have found contentment in my life as it is. I guess God knew best.

I'm not saying your experience will be the same as mine. We are all different, with different needs. Maybe someday you will find her and God isn't saying no. He is just waiting for the right time. I don't know . But the One thing I can tell you is not to give up on God. If one prayer isn't answered, another one might be. Don't lose faith.
Happiness is a choice. Its is a choice you can make every day of your life. Tomorrow when you wake up and see the morning light, just say to your self. Today is a blessing. Today I will be happy.

Answer 4

Atheists aren't necessarily HAPPIER, but we are more care free. I've realized not much will ever just be handed to me, whether by a god, a person, or some other entity. In life, you have to work for what you want. I couldn't find anyone to spend my days with for the longest time, but I improved myself, and then found a guy. (But dumped him because he was a jackass) Now I find people really connect to me more, and any relationship offers I have are true and heart-felt. Though I still have turned people down, simply because in this time in my life, I've chose to wait until I can be with the person I really care about.

And don't give up on religion altogether...it can be a beautiful thing. Not for me, but for others. Also, I don't believe anything in the bible is true, per say. I just think the book was made to be a helpful guide through life, with inspirational stories. Worshipping the stories on the other hand is a bit odd.

But...that's just me.

Answer 5

When you ask God for something you will only receive it according to His will. He has a master plan for everyone. SO that NONE shall perish. THis includes everyone on this earth. He wants us to live for Him. And He will give you the perfect mate when the time is right. Also, you might want to help Him out here a bit and actually try to meet some people, God helps those who helps themselves. He isn't going to do ALL the work for you.

Answer 6

Ask and you shall receive seems pretty straightforward to me....As for atheists being happier, I know I certainly am. Do yourself a favor: stop waiting for a non-existent god to make you happy. Get out there and do something for yourself if you want a change. Taking responsibility for your own life and actions feels wonderful!

Answer 7

Jesus was speaking to his apostles when he said those words ... the same men who would shortly be anointed by the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, and go out into the world to establish his church.

Of course God would provide whatever they needed for their work. All they had to do was ask.

This scripture passage doesn't mean that God will provide for all the specific personal desires of every Christian.

Your situation is different. Your life mission is different.

How closely does your life and do your actions coincide with the will of God?

Do you even understand God's will for your life?

Get fully involved in the work, worship, sacraments, and prayers of your church, and I guarantee your problem will be solved in about a year.

Answer 8

I'm sorry to hear that you are lonely. Sometimes, even with a spouse you are lonely. Praying for a partner may be self-defeating, instead of hunting, you are waiting for a magic being to drop that someone special onto your lap. Go hunting, for a friend, for lots of friends. Don't worry about that someone, you will find someone with whom to enjoy life. You can't wait for God to drop a love in your lap, you have to get out and meet people.
Atheists and pagans who believe that the gods do not interfere in our lives tend to be happier because they don't wait or hope as much, they go get it.

Answer 9

In prayers..the answer is not always YES..sometimes..NO and sometimes WAIT..God will give you your perfect mate..just wait..True love wait! He knows better than you..He just trying to test your patient..and see if you are really a good partner..He just preparing really good for you..Just trust Him..And never..please..question God because He doesnt give someone this valentine..

Answer 10

It is also said that "God helps those who help themselves". You put out the intent, are your actions in keeping with your intentions? Do you go to church? Have you found anyone like minded there? Maybe try a church if you are a believer. Go find an activity that interests you to find someone with similar interests.