Ask and it shall be given.....

Sometimes I just don't understand.

Right now, I have two very dear friends who are struggling with infertility issues. I have prayed (and am continuing to pray) very specifically for each of them, that God would grant the desires of their hearts, open their wombs and let them have children. But so far, nothing is happening. I wonder: is my faith too small? Is what I am asking, for whatever reason, not what God wants? But why? It is hard to watch their struggles, especially as getting pregnant has never been an issue for Matt and I. I guess sometimes, I almost feel guilty that it was so easy for us, and yet my friends have had heartbreak and tears and are still waiting.

The verses, "the prayers of a righteous man are powerful and effective" and "ask and it shall be given to you" keep running around in my head today. So I will ask, and trust that God will do what is best for everyone. I know that in my limited knowledge, I *know* what is best, and right, but in reality, I see such a small picture.... I need to learn to trust God better and know that He is the one who knows best, and sees the big picture!