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Day 4: Ask

"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you." – Matthew 7:7

This part of prayer comes naturally to us, which is why it is third. First, we acknowledge God through praise and thanksgiving to align our hearts with His will. Second, we repent to relinquish any evil that may have a hold on our lives and prep our hearts to ask Him for help. God invites us to bring our needs, desires, and concerns to Him in prayer. Jesus encourages us to ask boldly, reminding us that our Heavenly Father delights in giving good gifts to His children.

In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus teaches us to pray for daily bread, our physical and spiritual needs. Asking is an act of faith; it acknowledges that we rely on God for everything.

Sometimes, we hesitate to ask because we think our needs are too small or fear the answer might be “no.” But God is both powerful and personal. He cares about every detail of your life and wants you to trust Him with your heart’s desires.

Today, don’t hold back. Share your requests with God, whether they are big or small. Pray for provision, healing, wisdom, or peace. And as you ask, trust that God’s answer, whether “yes,” “no,” or “wait,” is always rooted in His perfect love and wisdom.