Paul diligently prayed that he would be able to once again be in Rome with the Christians there to work with them and teach them.
“God, whom I serve with my whole heart in preaching the gospel of His Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times; and I pray that now at last by God’s will the way may be opened for me to come to you.” Romans 1:9-10.
When Paul finally arrived in Rome, it was as a prisoner. Paul had prayed for a safe trip and he did arrive safely—–after getting arrested, slapped in the face, shipwrecked, and bitten by a poisonous snake—not exactly what he had expected.
But from his time in a Roman prison, he taught, not only the Roman Christians, but all people for centuries to come.
When you sincerely pray about a concern, believing that God answers prayers, don’t be surprised at the way in which He answers. God always answers in His time and in His way and He is always with us for the journey.
Have a blessed day!
In Christian love,
Diane