Matthew 7:7-12
Ask, and it shall be given you: seek, and you shall find: knock, and it shall be opened to you. For every one that asketh, receiveth: and he that seeketh, findeth: and to him that knocketh, it shall be opened. Or what man is there among you, of whom if his son shall ask bread, will he reach him a stone? Or if he shall ask him a fish, will he reach him a serpent? If you then being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children: how much more will your Father who is in heaven, give good things to them that ask him? All things therefore whatsoever you would that men should do to you, do you also to them. For this is the law and the prophets.
Jesus encourages His followers to ask, seek, and knock with confidence. These words reveal God’s generous and loving nature. Prayer is not about convincing God to care; it is about trusting that He already does. This Gospel reminds us to persevere in prayer, even when answers do not come immediately. God hears every prayer and responds according to His wisdom and love. By remaining faithful in prayer, we grow in trust and deepen our relationship with Him.