01-23-2026 PART 2: Persistent Prayer and the God Who Desires Our Hearts

Section 1

This teaching opens with a reminder that fear has no rightful place in the life of a believer, even in the face of unpredictable circumstances. Whether weather, uncertainty, or world events dominate the headlines, confidence rests in the Lord, who brings tomorrow and remains present in every moment. The foundation of the program is relational rather than professional, centered on checking in with people and genuinely asking, “How are you doing?” That question itself is biblical and pastoral, reflecting Paul’s concern for the churches. The heart of the ministry is drawing closer to God daily, never being ashamed of Him, and always being ready to serve. These three elements form the spiritual DNA that sustains believers regardless of shifting news, stress, or seasons of difficulty.

Section 2

The primary teaching focuses on the responsibility of the asker and the character of the Giver, drawn from Jesus’ words in Matthew 7. God is established as the generous Giver, which places believers in the role of askers who are called to persist. Asking, seeking, and knocking are not one-time actions but continual pursuits. Scripture consistently affirms that repeated prayer is not a lack of faith but an expression of it. Jesus Himself prayed multiple times for the same request, as did Abraham, David, Gideon, and Paul. Persistence is not about persuading God to listen, but about pursuing Him relationally. God delights in being sought, and prayer grows faith rather than diminishing it. The call is clear: unless the Lord specifically directs otherwise, believers are encouraged to keep praying, keep asking, and keep knocking.

Section 3

The teaching concludes by clarifying that God’s ultimate desire is not polished prayers, perfect wording, or religious performance, but the heart of His people. Faith is strengthened not by rearranging words, but by increasing trust with every prayer offered. The familiar principle of “push until something happens” reflects a deeper truth: God values pursuit. The Greek structure of Jesus’ words emphasizes continual action—those who keep asking receive, those who keep knocking find doors opened. This same persistence applies to sharing the gospel, interceding for healing, and growing in faith. The closing reminder from Proverbs affirms that the tongue of the wise brings healing, reinforcing the power of faithful words spoken in trust. Above all, the message centers on this truth: God does not primarily want what believers can do for Him; He wants them, their trust, their pursuit, and their hearts fully surrendered to Him.