What happens when we pray ?
Does our prayer somehow unleash God to do what is intended for us but which could not be accomplished without our participation ?
We must humbly present our needs to God and accept God's way of answering our prayers.
Yes, we have to ask.
In the process of asking, we acknowledge our dependent relationship and center our attention upon God. Remember the story of the Pharisee and the publican? Humility is the foundation of prayer. "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up" (James 4:10)
2 Chronicles 7:14-15
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. Now my eyes will be open and my ears attentive to the prayers offered in this place.
James 4:2
You do not have, because you do not ask God.
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