When my wife and I were dating, we lived about four hours apart from each other.

At night I would go to bed with text messages and emoticons of love. First thing in the morning, I’d text her some devotional and love emoticons.

When I had issues with someone at work, she would listen patiently, offering comfort and advice when I was ready for it. It helped me deal with my daily stress to know that she was always there to support me. I loved her (I still do!) and that is why I wanted to tell her everything.

Likewise, God loves you. That’s why He wants you to tell Him everything. Then He comforts you, gives you advice, erases your worries, fears and insecurities. If you let Him, He will wrap you in His loving arms of acceptance, giving you security and abundant life.

To experience God’s explosive blessings:

Take time to pray at the start and the end of every day.

List your problems. Praise God that He has already changed them to blessings. Thank Him that you have already accomplished all your goals and dreams through His Almighty power. Repeat this during the day.

As today’s verse advises: lay your requests before God — and watch expectantly.