Gifts

So, one of the coolest things has happened to me this month. When I was fifteen I did a project for my Econ class. The project was to find a "dream car" that we would like to have and research everything about the car. Well, I chose a Porsche Boxster. I tell you what, I was pretty specific on the fact that it had to be yellow. I don't really know why I wanted that color.
Anyway, I liked the idea of having a sports car or something similar to one. So, I prayed for one and would tell people that the first car I would buy would be a sports car. Knowing how much they cost didn't keep me from wanting one, because I knew that God could do anything. At this point I will tell you that it's OK to ask God for things. I think we get into this religious mode that we can't ask God for stuff even if we really want it. Of course God will only give you what He knows you can handle, but He knows the desires of our hearts. Ever since I was little I had no problem asking God for things. Of course I didn't go around being like "God, I want that hat, those shoes, that cat, that candy..." I didn't do that. But, if I really really wanted something I would ask. You know what? God always answered me. I would either get what I asked for or something better. See, it's ok to bring your requests to God. Just don't abuse that priviledge.

But, anyway, so, I have bought my first car. It's a firebird. Completely wow, right??? I mean, I am still blown away by it. Every time I drive in it I feel like I'm driving inside a gift from God and I just sit there and giggle thinking "my Dad really loves me!" I find myself going out to sit in my car to pray now, because it serves as a reminder that God answers prayer.