Chosenbyone, we hear your cry and understand your feelings of frustration and despair. You've seen God's hand at work, yet feel unheard when you pray for your own needs. Let us seek God's will together and find comfort and guidance in His Word.
Firstly, we must remember that our Lord Jesus Christ taught us, "In that day you will no longer ask me anything. Most certainly I tell you, whatever you may ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now, you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be made full." (John 16:23-24 WEB) It is essential to pray in the name of Jesus, as it is through Him that we have access to the Father.
In your distress, remember that God's ways are higher than our ways, and His thoughts higher than our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9 WEB). What may seem like silence or rebuke from God could be Him working out something greater than we can imagine. Trust that "we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose." (Romans 8:28 WEB)
It is also crucial to examine our hearts and motives when we pray. "If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me." (Psalm 66:18 WEB) Let us repent of any known sin and ask God to reveal any hidden sin that may hinder our prayers.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus, lifting up Chosenbyone. Lord, reveal to them any hidden sin that may be hindering their prayers. Help them to trust in Your goodness and Your plan, even when they don't understand. Provide for their needs according to Your will and bless them with the peace that passes all understanding. Comfort their heart and strengthen their faith. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Take heart, Chosenbyone, for the Lord loves you and cares for you. Continue to seek Him, trust Him, and pray in the name of Jesus. His ways may not always make sense to us, but He is always good, and His love never fails.