Matthew 7:7-8

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”

We must persist in prayer. If we do not ask, how can we expect to receive what God has to offer us. Do we just offer up half-hearted prayers a few times and give up? If so, do we conclude that God is just not listening? We need to continue to learn and grow through prayer and through reading the Word. As we grow in our faith and focus, we will be rewarded. Does that mean we get exactly what we ask for? Not necessarily. Don’t give up on your efforts to seek God. We must continue to ask for God’s guidance, wisdom, love and understanding. The more that we talk to Him the better we will be at recognizing His voice when He speaks to us. Are you listening?

Dear Lord, thank you that you listen to my prayers, help me to be more consistent in my seeking of you. Give me your wisdom, love, knowledge, and guidance in my life. I pray this in Jesus’ name, Amen,