For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.— Jeremiah 29:11Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.— Matthew 11:28And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.— Romans 8:28God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.— Psalm 46:1For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.— John 3:16For we live by faith, not by sight.— 2 Corinthians 5:7Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.— Psalm 119:105I can do all this through him who gives me strength.— Philippians 4:13So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.— Isaiah 41:10I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.— Psalm 121:1-2Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.— Hebrews 11:1Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.— 1 Corinthians 13:4But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.— Galatians 5:22-23Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.— Psalm 37:4But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.— Matthew 6:33The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you.— Zephaniah 3:17Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.— Lamentations 3:22-23Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.— Proverbs 3:5-6But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary.— Isaiah 40:31Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.— Philippians 4:6-7The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.— Psalm 23:1Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.— Joshua 1:9For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.— Jeremiah 29:11Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.— Matthew 11:28And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.— Romans 8:28God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.— Psalm 46:1For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.— John 3:16For we live by faith, not by sight.— 2 Corinthians 5:7Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.— Psalm 119:105I can do all this through him who gives me strength.— Philippians 4:13So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you.— Isaiah 41:10I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.— Psalm 121:1-2Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.— Hebrews 11:1Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.— 1 Corinthians 13:4But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.— Galatians 5:22-23Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.— Psalm 37:4But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.— Matthew 6:33The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you.— Zephaniah 3:17Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.— Lamentations 3:22-23Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.— Proverbs 3:5-6But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary.— Isaiah 40:31Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.— Philippians 4:6-7The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.— Psalm 23:1Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.— Joshua 1:9

Questions of Faith

A Scripture-rooted answer

21 June 2026

Why should I pray if God already knows everything?

By Matthew (Tolu) Olowoyeye

Scripture
Philippians 4:6-7; Matthew 6:8

Prayer is not about informing God — it is about being with Him. He knows what you need before you ask, yet He invites you to ask because He wants relationship, not just transactions. Prayer changes you: it shifts your worry into trust and your fear into peace. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer, present your requests to God, and His peace will guard your heart. Talk to Him like the loving Father He is.

Prayer

Father, thank You for meeting me in my questions. Give me wisdom to understand Your truth, faith to trust You where I cannot yet see, and grace to walk it out today. Anchor my heart in Philippians 4:6-7; Matthew 6:8. In Jesus' name, amen.

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