Growing Through Unanswered Prayer

Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:7–10

Devotional: Paul's "thorn in the flesh" reminds us that sometimes God's answer to prayer is "no" or "grow." Paul pleaded for relief, but God's response was to highlight His sufficient grace. This teaches us that unanswered prayers aren't always about God withholding, but about Him developing our character and dependence on Him. Reflect on a time when God didn't answer a prayer as you hoped. Can you see ways you've grown through that experience? Today, pray for the wisdom to see your current challenges as opportunities for spiritual growth, trusting that God's grace is sufficient for whatever you face.

Reflection Question:

How has a “no” from God in the past actually led to spiritual maturity or unexpected blessing?

Action Step:

Identify one current challenge or disappointment in your life. Pray specifically for God to grow your character through it, and write down one way you will respond differently as an act of trust.