Ask, seek and knock
Passage: Matthew 7:7-12 Preacher: Mark Kingston
QUICK RECAP
On Sunday, we dove into Matthew 7:7-12, where Jesus calls us to ask, seek, and knock. It’s easy to read this and think it’s a formula for getting what we want from God, but it’s so much deeper than that.
We acknowledged that sometimes, when we pray hard and nothing seems to change, it can feel like God is silent. And that hurts.
But the core of Jesus’ teaching here isn’t about getting quick answers—it’s about persistence and trust. He invites us into a relationship where we keep coming back to Him, even when the answers don’t come right away. Prayer is about more than results; it shapes us, grows our faith, and helps us trust in God’s timing.
We also talked about how asking, seeking, and knocking aren’t just about us—they’re about God’s Kingdom. We’re called to pray for things like justice, mercy, and healing in the world around us.
So let’s keep asking for God’s will to be done, seeking His presence, and knocking on doors that lead to His Kingdom breaking through.You’re not alone in this journey—we’re in it together.
5 QUESTIONS TO HELP YOU DIG DEEPER
These questions are designed to help you dive a little deeper into this topic. They're not just for your head, but for your heart too, so take your time with them. Maybe grab a coffee, find a quiet spot, and really let them sink in.
When have you experienced the silence of unanswered prayers? How did that impact your faith, and what might God have been inviting you to learn or trust in during that time?
Jesus calls us to keep asking, seeking, and knocking. What is one area of your life where you need to persist in prayer, even though you haven’t seen the results yet?
How does the idea that prayer is more about relationship than results challenge or encourage your current approach to praying?
In what ways can you shift your prayers from personal desires to Kingdom-focused requests? What would it look like for you to ask for God’s will in your relationships, community, or the world?
The Golden Rule invites us to treat others as we want to be treated. How can you apply this in your daily life, especially toward those who are struggling or suffering around you?
