Ask, Seek, Knock

When we are searching for a solution to a problem, we should actively expend effort to resolve the difficulty. Jesus gives three different forms of seeking.

Ask, Seek, Knock

In answer to the question, 'How can a mere human being fulfill the difficult expectations of God?', Jesus instructs us to 'Ask, seek, and knock.'

Ask God for the Little Things

People used to look to God more than they do now. It was common for people to take all their needs to God, confident that He would listen to and provide them.

Whatever We Ask

Prayer comes under attack if we live double-lives, giving us a guilty conscience, not practicing what we have been taught, allowing our hearts to condemn us.

Seek My Face

God turns His face away from those who have committed sin. Our entire spiritual pilgrimage is a quest to see God's face in full splendor (Revelation 22:1-5).

Ask and It Will Be Given

Many people hit a plateau in their spiritual growth and go little further. Have we have overlooked the simple principle of 'ask and it will be given'?

Parable of the Persistent Friend

Unlike the sleeping friend, God is not reluctant to answer our prayers, but He does want us to be diligent and patient in our requests.

Unanswered Prayer

Even though we often must wait for a response, God listens closely to our prayers from the heart and is looking out for our best interests.

Prayer and Persistence

Persistence in prayer does not mean an incessant pestering God into action. God always looks at our petitions from the vantage-point of His purpose.

Another Look at the Prosperity Gospel

Prosperity gospel preachers twist verses out of context to convince people that God will give them anything. They fail to mention that God does not give His benefits to just anyone.

Faith and the Christian Fight (Part Five)

Both the 'eternal security' and 'no works' doctrines are destroyed by the remarkable example of Noah, who performed extraordinary works based upon faith.

Faith and Prayer

Constant, earnest prayer keeps faith alive and makes certain the receiving of the qualities that make us in the image of God. God's purpose comes first.

Praying Always (Part Five)

Deeply examining ourselves for flaws and shortcomings, as we do each year before Passover, helps us to accomplish Christ's command to watch and pray always.

The Christian Fight (Part Five)

The faithful life and work of Noah illustrates that after justification, walking by faith with God is a practical responsibility.

Matthew (Part Ten)