Laurel Hawkes’ SM Post

I’m not good at praying. I tend to keep things general. I pray specific for others but not for me. I’ve tried to be specific only to learn how not in tune I am with God’s will. I often talk to God, throughout the day, but I’m not as good at listening. I don’t really expect an answer; I also worry that I’ll answer myself thinking it’s from God. I remember praying, numerous times, asking for God to go ahead and use a 2×4 board to grab my attention. He obliged on numerous occasions, answering me so obviously even I couldn’t misconstrue His response. I’m endeavoring to be more receptive and more aware. God gives me the opportunity to practice every day.

~ Laurel Hawkes

Then this last year happened. Much of the above is still true, however, a lesson was learned: Pray for God to open the doors that need to be opened and to close the doors that need to be closed. It’s another way of praying for “Thy will be done, not mine.”