Why Do I Get Snakes? | Sermon | Traditional | 05.11.25

05.11.25 by Dr. Tom Pace
Luke 11:5-13

Prayer serves multiple purposes beyond just getting what we ask for. God responds to our prayers in five distinct ways: through His presence, by offering something better aligned with His kingdom purposes, through ongoing work in our broken world, by asking us to persist while His plan unfolds, and sometimes through immediate divine action. Understanding these responses helps us see prayer as a means of building intimacy with God rather than just a transaction. The key is focusing on aligning ourselves with God's purposes rather than trying to conform God to our desires. Topics covered include spiritual growth, faith development, prayer techniques, divine communication, spiritual warfare, Christian living, biblical teaching, and practical faith application.