Prayer Note vs. Wish List

I was watching a very compelling episode of Run's House the other day. In this episode Russy was picking on Diggy about a prayer note he wrote to God, asking for guidance on starting an acting career. When Run tried to explain to Russy about the importance of writing things down, Russy attempted to write his own prayer note. Russy's note was more like a wish list than a prayer note because he didn't fully understand the concept. I remember his mom asking if it was a letter for Santa Clause or a prayer note to God? Then I had an epiphany: There is a difference. At the beginning of the year I acted out of ignorance just like Russy; I wrote God a wish list. This year was supposed to be the year of the impossible. Everything that we wanted to manifest in 2009 was suppose to happen in 2010. We were to write down 10 things we wanted God to do this year, believe, and watch it happen. Although some of my things were thoughtful and good, my motives were not directed towards pleasing God. I was more concerned about increasing my ability to live comfortably with my family and getting ahead in life. I hadn't considered that God's will might not include my immediate self gratification or things that I figured would satisfy me based on my current place in life. In everything I prayed and wished that above all God's will be done. I remember praying and standing on that prayer with a coworker in the bathroom just hours before I received a phone call that my son wasn't breathing. That same co-worker rushed me to the hospital where they held us in a waiting room for about 45 minutes before coming in to pronounce my son dead. I didn't understand it, because I was seeking God and trying to live right. Yet in the midst of my storm there has remained a constant peace that surpasses my understanding. I now know the importance of being in the will of God, and that His will consists of more than doing good deeds and expecting Him to fulfill a wish list. God is not Santa Clause. As I prepare for Christmas. I remember that although Santa Clause is fun, Jesus is the reason for the season. I wish for nothing more than for what God is already giving me in His will, restoration, and peace as I continue to move forward. I now look for ways that I can give to others. Not just gifts under the tree but love, time, and more of the Jesus in me.

Below you will find the link to the episode of Run's House mentioned above. If you have time, watch and see what lessons you may uncover. I found many although I only blogged on one. Feel free to comment and share.

Run's House (Season 5) | Ep. 3 | 'Pass The Fame': "Team Blackout tries to market themselves and Russy is befuddled by Diggy's prayer notes