Pray, Believe, and Receive
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” (Mark 11:24)
A little boy once asked his father for a puppy. Each night, he set out a small bowl of water and a blanket, fully expecting the puppy would come. His faith in his father’s promise gave him confidence to prepare—even before he saw the answer.
That’s the heart of prayer
Jesus invites us not only to ask, but to believe that God hears and delights to answer. Faith is the key—when we pray in His name and according to His will, we can be confident He will act (John 14:13–14; John 15:7). God gives good gifts to His children, far better than we could imagine (Matt. 7:7–11).
Therefore
Pray with faith-filled confidence. God is not reluctant to bless; He is a loving Father who delights to give what is best.
Ask boldly—bring your needs and desires to God in prayer.
Believe deeply—trust His promises even before you see the answer.
Receive gratefully—expect His goodness and give thanks when He provides.
“And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.” (Matt. 21:22 ESV)