We live in a culture that glorifies qualities like knowledge, wisdom, planning, and self-reliance.  And let's be honest, those aren't exactly bad things.... The book of Proverbs sing the praises of all four.   But a problem arises when these characteristics exist in a setting devoid of faith in THE Living God!   Listen in to a few stories of people exhibiting great faith, and see how God responds!!!  Be encouraged my friends!!!  God responds in a big way!!!  He responds 'exceedingly, abundantly, beyond anything we could ask or think....'         Be Blessed!