5 reasons why our prayers are unanswered

Every Christian has times when he or she feels as if God is a thousand miles away. We must walk by faith, not by feelings. When we can't see God's hand, we have to rely on his heart.

We do not inquire.

I know this seems obvious, but it's where we have to start. "You don't have what you want because you don't ask God for it," James 4:2 says. Instead, we tend to worry and complain.

We worry about what might happen, complain about what we don't have, and exhaust ourselves trying to solve our problems. We must remember that all unprayed prayers will go unanswered.

Lack of Faith

Faith is a necessary component of prayer. Faith that is bold pleases God and serves as a catalyst for miracles. Unbelief limits God and cuts off our prayers. An engine can have maximum power, but it is useless without a sparkplug. Faith is the sparkplug that ignites prayer's supernatural power.

Unforgiveness

Our soul is poisoned by a lack of forgiveness. Grudges usually hurt the person who holds them more than the people who hold them.

Unforgiveness obstructs the flow of God's blessings in our lives and makes our prayers more difficult (Matt. 6:12, 14-15).

Unconfessed sin

Sin separates us from God and is a major impediment to prayer.

Rather than running away from God, we should run toward him. Confession of sin quickly, repentance, and asking God to remove it. He will make you whole again (1 John 1:9).

A wrong motive

Motives are important to God. Doing good work for the wrong reasons reduces its value. When we focus on the needs of others, God will move for us as well.

"You ask incorrectly, so that you may spend it on your pleasures" (James 4:3b).

Comments

Understanding Destiny Swapping: A Hidden Agenda Over Your Purpose (PART 1)

Have you ever felt like something is off in your life—like you're living a life that doesn’t belong to you? You're talented, passionate, and full of dreams, yet doors remain closed and progress is mysteriously delayed. If so, you may be dealing with something deeply spiritual and often hidden: destiny swapping. In this post, we’ll explore what destiny swapping is, how it happens, signs to look out for, and what you can do to get back and reclaim your God-given purpose. What Is Destiny Swapping? Destiny swapping is a spiritual manipulation where one person’s divine destiny is exchanged, stolen, or traded—often without their knowledge—for another person’s benefit. It happens when dark powers, witches, false prophets, or envious individuals manipulate or hijack the divine plan God originally intended for someone’s life. In simple terms, destiny swapping means you end up living a life that is not yours, while someone else is living the blessings, favor, or opportunities that were m...

Why You Find It Difficult to Recover Your Destiny

Have you ever felt like something precious was stolen from you—your purpose, your dreams, or even your sense of direction in life? Many people go through seasons where they feel lost, stuck, or unable to step into the future they desire. If you’ve been struggling to recover your destiny, there are often deeper reasons behind it. Let’s explore some spiritual and practical factors that might be making it hard for you to walk in your true calling, especially looking at the role of covenants and agreements. 1. Unresolved Spiritual Covenants and Agreements One major reason people struggle to recover their destiny is because of unseen spiritual agreements or covenants, knowingly or unknowingly entered into. These can include: Family covenants: Sometimes ancestors made pacts for protection, wealth, or power that now affect future generations. Personal agreements: Visiting spiritual practitioners, taking part in certain rituals, or even careless words (“I’ll never succeed”) can create spiritu...

Signs That Someone Stole Your Destiny, Identity, or Star

In the spiritual realm, your destiny, identity, and star represent your divine purpose, potential, and the light God placed upon you. These three areas—if hijacked through witchcraft, occult rituals, soul ties, or demonic covenants—can cause intense stagnation, confusion, and hardship in your life. Many people walking through life today are not carrying what originally belonged to them. They’ve been spiritually robbed. If you feel like something is "off" but can't quite explain it, the following signs might confirm what your spirit has been sensing. 1. Chronic Delay and Disappointment Every time a breakthrough seems close—whether it’s a job, relationship, or financial opportunity—it gets delayed or falls through mysteriously. Doors that should open easily shut unexpectedly. 2. Persistent Identity Confusion You no longer recognize yourself. You feel like you’ve lost your drive, passion, and clarity. You find it hard to even describe who you are or what you’re called to do....

Shalom stories

Search This Blog