Why Didn’t God Answer My Prayer?

The Bible tells us that with God, all things are possible (Matthew 19:26 NIV). But if that's true, why do you have unanswered prayers? Does it mean you did something wrong? Or that God doesn't care? Let's talk about it as we continue our series, Ever Wonder Why?

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Have you ever had a question so hard you wouldn’t even say it out loud? Or a doubt so big you didn’t feel like you could share it—especially at church? Maybe it’s time to ask the tough questions together in our new series, Ever Wonder Why?

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The Power of Prayer - 00:00
Why Didn't God Answer My Prayer? - 03:46
The Purpose of Prayer - 05:45
Four Possible Reasons for Unanswered Prayers - 10:51
Overcoming My Unbelief - 18:05

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[life.church]

On a scale of 1-10, where would you rate your faith in the power of prayer?

[morganbrit]

I'm struggling in my relationship with God but I am trying to keep faith and continue to pray through this tough time

[jesusacortezbanal]

I don't really know why God did not answer my prayer. But I believe He still loves me. I have a broken relationship with my husband . Please pray for me. Thank you for this message. To God be the glory.

[Katherineroberts]

Thank you for being vulnerable and honest with this beautiful message! I’ve wondered this many times. God miraculously healed me of Narcolepsy and gave me new life. I was overweight, sleeping 20+ hours a day, could barely get out of bed, and when I did I would have cataplectic episodes. I had to quit my job, quit school, and was miserable. But He rescued me from the pit of despair and breathed new life into me. Why He answered my prayer to be healed? I don’t know, but I am forever thankful. Keep praying, we serve a God who listens!!

[onyeomachinyeremaka]

*As we enter the Christmas season, let's all put Jesus in everything we do.*
*-Give like Jesus*
*-Share like Jesus*
*-Love like Jesus*
*The season is all about Jesus*

[listen_linda]

I’ve come to accept “His rejection is for my protection.” In HIS time, if it is His will…it will be done. 🙏🏽❤️

[CarlaSantos-nsop]

I have had an unanswered prayer for decades, now. Today the Holy Spirit lead me to this sermon! It had to be from God to strengthen my faith! I have come to accept that on this side of eternity, my prayer will probably not be answered in the way that I want it to. I am learning that one day it WILL be in HEAVEN, and that's becoming enough for me. Thank you for the sermon, Pastor!

[dwightwilliams]

I have been praying to God for a wife since 2010. It's over 13 years praying, but nothing happens. I am now 33 years old with no children. I begged God so many times in prayers. I have seen other people who don't pray and find good wives except for me. I feel rejected by God and it hurts to my soul to the core till I am spiritually scared. It makes me cry sometimes looking how long I have been asking him for help.

[lthomas]

I surrender my life to the Lord. Praise Jesus. I wish You would reveal yourself to me Lord. I will continue to pray. I have unanswered questions and prayers AND I will continue to praise Your name.

Hallelujah! I love You Lord!

[tontis]

I've been praying harder then I've ever prayed in my life for the last week. I've been praying for my dad to get a job. He hasn't had a job in four months and we've depleted all our savings. We only have enough to survive for this month and that's it. I've been praying for a job and he had a job interview for today and they canceled. It was his only job offer after all these months. I was so looking forward for my dad to get that job and I prayed confidently about it, but nothing happened. That really took a plunge on my faith, but this video helped me to understand God a bit better. Tbh I've forgotten god for a long time, but now that I'm going through a bad situation then I come back. I know were supposed to be with god in the good and the bad, I'm just foolish. I will continue to pray and fight for me and my father, no matter the outcome. This hurts so so so so bad, but I will continue to pray.

[irismessina]

My sister has been in the hospital for over two months. I’ve been praying for her and haven’t seen her get better. I still believe in who He is and won’t give up praying. Thank you for this message it gave hope.

[nokuthabalunga]

Came across this sermon while going through a tough time...wow, even if God doesn't answer my prayers, i still believe

[soniadixon]

God is not a button to be pressed but a relationship to be persued. Powerful and wonderful message. A blessings to all I'm sure. Thank you.

[kathyrice]

I want to thank you all you that prayed for my life circumstances improve. It has considerably but still has a ways to go. I've been praying also for people to have what they need even when I was needing. Hope ì am heard and e1 lives improve.Thank you again! POWER OF PRAYER IS AWESOME.

[charlesloxley]

Our faith is based on who God is and His faithfulness. Such a powerful sermon

[jewong]

Thank you, Pastor Craig. I have been a Christian and have attended church(es) for decades, but this is unequivocally the BEST sermon I have ever heard about (unanswered) prayers ever. I took notes and I am going to watch online, and listen to the podcast again and again and again, to make sure I hear every word and remember every line.

[KimK]

I believe. Help my unbelief. God I’m seeking you. Please find me.

[alexisomar]

“Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.”
‭‭James‬ ‭1:12‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

[lauranealy]

Beautiful message Pastor Craig!! 😊❤❤❤ I love ur honesty!! 😊❤ Thank u. I've realized I have doubt in some areas, too because of my life's path. But I know nothing is impossible for Father God. Father God wants the best for us & sometimes the things we pray for aren't Father God's best for us. His wisdom is greater than our wisdom so I pray for Father God's will to be done in my life & those I love & care for 🙏❤❤❤

[starluzenja]

God bless this man...He preaches so well and relatable.Yes, many times I have doubted God.But i have learbt a lot today.God is not here to serve me and I am not the only one who prayed and the prayer wasn't answered.Thank you Lord for a moment like this.😥I am so broken and hurt but I have a new perspective.