Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 and Luke 11:9
You may have noticed two references for the same verse. It is not a mistake. These words are found in both gospels, however, the setting for each is slightly different. Two men, telling the words of Jesus with slightly different verses before and after, delivering a powerful message.
This very familiar verse is quoted, memorized and sometimes misused like a spiritual American Express. Just ask, and it’s on the way. In Matthew’s gospel the scripture is found in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and Jesus concludes His words on seeking with, “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you.” (vs. 12 The Golden rule.) The accumulation of material goods is not the promise these words deliver. Rather, as children of God we can afford to be incredibly generous because we have a loving Father that will abundantly provide for all our needs…… Remember, where He dwells they use gold bars for paving stones.
Luke narrates Jesus teaching His followers to pray. His words conclude with “How much more will your Father in Heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.!” Again, God will provide our needs, but always pray because praying begets spiritual strength, brings power and accesses the Glories of Heaven so that the faithful can share.
Ask, seek……God doesn’t play petty games so of course you will find…….plenty to share.
Love,
Gretchen