Verse 8
Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.
Referenced Verses
- Matt 6:32 : 32 For the unconverted pursue these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.
- Ps 38:9 : 9 O Lord, you understand my heart’s desire; my groaning is not hidden from you.
- Luke 12:30 : 30 For all the nations of the world pursue these things, and your Father knows that you need them.
- Phil 4:6 : 6 Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God.
- John 16:23-27 : 23 At that time you will ask me nothing. I tell you the solemn truth, whatever you ask the Father in my name he will give you. 24 Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive it, so that your joy may be complete. 25 “I have told you these things in obscure figures of speech; a time is coming when I will no longer speak to you in obscure figures, but will tell you plainly about the Father. 26 At that time you will ask in my name, and I do not say that I will ask the Father on your behalf. 27 For the Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God.
- Ps 69:17-19 : 17 Do not ignore your servant, for I am in trouble! Answer me right away! 18 Come near me and redeem me! Because of my enemies, rescue me! 19 You know how I am insulted, humiliated and disgraced; you can see all my enemies.