Scripture Reading
Luke 11:9-10
"So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."
Reflection
These three verbs — ask, seek, knock — escalate in intensity. Asking is words; seeking involves movement; knocking implies you have arrived at a door and are pressing for entry. Jesus promises that persistent, earnest prayer is not in vain. God is not a reluctant giver who must be badgered into generosity. He is a Father who delights to respond to his children.
Prayer for Today
. May the Lord continue to bless you, dear child. You will grow to be great and you will do exploits. You have brought joy to our family and I pray you will always be joyful and excellent. Happy birthday, daughter!
Amen.