"Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, 21 to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen" Ephesians 4:20-21 NKJV
We can limit God by only asking for the most basic of things that we need or would like. God is our Father and, like a loving father, He wants to give us things to bless us. He knows what we need and He knows what we would like. We will not get into His bad books for asking Him for a new car, new house or the latest technology that has recently arrived on the market.
The words 'Exceedingly abundantly,' are interesting ones. The root word 'exceed' is defined as 'to go beyond what is allowed or stipulated.' 'Abundant' is defined as 'existing or available in large quantities; having plenty of.' Therefore, put these explanations into these two verses and, we see how much God wants to bless us.
We can never ask too much from God. He doesn't look on us as being greedy, He loves us. However, He not give us everything that we want or what we ask for but, that doesn't mean that we shouldn't ask. We've all asked our parents in the past for extravagant things and sometimes we may have received them, but not always. But they gave us what they thought was best for us and also, what they could afford. With God, He is the richest of the richest but, that doesn't mean He'll give us mansions, sleek sports cars or a solid gold laptop.
He knows what we think, and therefore, he is aware of what is on our wish list. This may be the latest MacBook or iMac. Things may be tight for you to go out and buy these items but, that doesn't stop you from yearning for one of them. You can ask God for these and if you believe what this scripture says, 'according to the power that works in us,' you can put your faith into action and leave it in God's hands. He may answer this prayer and supply you with your request; but, if He doesn't, He may show you a way that you can obtain one and possibly much cheaper.
He's your Father; He cares for you and will bless you. You're not being greedy by asking God for extravagant things. So don't limit Him in anything. He is able to give you more than you can ask or think. That in itself is amazing. Don't limit Him in the job He can give you or that special promotion you have been seeking. If He wants you to have it, its yours.
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