Fear

It is normal and natural to experience fear. It is okay to hope for a different outcome than what is expected. It is fine to pray for alternative answers. The key is understanding we must follow God's will. His answer to prayers may be "No!"

Jesus prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane for the upcoming events to be taken from Him. He wanted God to say, "That's okay. You came close enough. You will not have to suffer the crucifixion." He was prepared for the answer to be "No", but he still asked. By the end of the third hour of prayer, he had resolved to accept his Father's answer as the one He would need to abide.

How often do I argue with the path I know I am to follow? How hard do I bargain, hoping for a different answer? Why is it so hard to accept God's will must be done?