#[Matthew 7:7-11]; [Matthew 6:33]; [Proverbs 21:13]
Henry Schorr states that Jesus's teaching to ask, seek, and knock is not a prayer lottery for selfish desires, but an invitation to seek King Jesus and His Kingdom. He emphasizes that the focus should be on seeking God's will, healing, and liberation, not on accumulating Earthly Treasures. Henry highlights that God delights in hearing our voices and wants to bless us with good gifts, contrasting this with the idea of God as a grudging judge. He also addresses common reasons for unanswered prayers: wrong requests, wrong motives (selfishness), idolatry, lack of generosity toward the poor, and mistreatment of one's spouse. Ultimately, Henry encourages consistent and persistent prayer, emphasizing that it changes things and aligns us with God's purposes. He urges listeners to examine their hearts, deal with sin, and renew their commitment to prayer, trusting in God's deep desire to give good gifts.