Blog Post Title Two

Is it ungrateful to ask God for more or to pray for more than what you already have?

Let’s say you have a car, a house, a job. You are married with kids, and thankfully, the kids are doing well. Your marriage seems good, and work is going smoothly. You’re able to pay your bills every month. But then, you want more. Maybe you want an even better relationship with your spouse. Perhaps you want a bigger house, a higher-paying job, or a more profitable business.

Is it okay to want more? Or does wanting more mean you’re being ungrateful?

We were made to thrive. We are here to realize our potential. We were made to grow and strive. To live means to grow, thrive, and develop your potential.

“The more you open your mouth, the more I will fill it.”

Show gratitude for everything you have now. Accept things as they are. And also, you are allowed to ask for more and wish for more, as long as it’s for the right reasons. Wanting a better car or house simply to outshine a friend or sister-in-law is not the right reason. However, if you desire more for additional comforts, for the benefits it will bring to your family, or because it will enable you to give more to charity and contribute to causes you care about, then that’s different. Maybe you want a better relationship with your spouse to create a peaceful home that’s crucial for your children’s well-being. Maybe you want a more successful business so you can help others, provide opportunities, or simply secure a better future for your family.

Success is encouraged. Thriving is encouraged. So go ahead—want more, ask for more, and pray for more. Just make sure that what you want aligns with the right intentions. Make it about growth, contribution, and thriving, not comparison or superficial gains.

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-Vera Borukhov
SparkBrain Learning Inc.
“Developing Great Minds, Everyday!”