1105. Why God Answers Some Prayers with a ‘Yes’ and Not Others By Darla Isackson , in Meridian Magazine
This is another beautiful article by Darla Isackson -- whom Elder Jeffrey R. Holland once quoted in a General Conference talk. Why God Answers Some Prayers with a ‘Yes’ and Not Others By Darla Isackson · January 15, 2019 Many faithful Latter-day Saints have prayed for different outcomes than they are getting, not only in things deeply personal, but in our elections, nation, and world. We are facing numerous crises that can affect our lives dramatically. Let me share a principle I’m learning that has wide application. One day I received an e-mail request to join in fasting and prayer for healing of a person I really cared about. I wanted to, but I hesitated. Instead of standing firmly on the foundation of faith, the idea of praying for a specific outcome landed both my feet in the quicksand of fear. I was afraid this dear person wouldn’t be healed. I didn’t want to get my hopes up and be disappointed. I was afraid I would be found lacking and that so