Ask and it shall he given unto you, for every one that asketh receiveth. Luke 11:9-10.
It is not said, he shall receive, but he receives directly, consequently praying and receiving is the same thing; every groan is an effectual grasp into the tender heart and treasury of our loving Father in heaven. Why should we then be slothful and not rather pray without ceasing? For though we should be obliged to tarry, and are only instant in prayer, we have no reason to think that we have received nothing; since even this being instant is a new gift and a hearing of our prayer; for without an addition of grace and strength, we would certainly not be so instant.
Rise my soul, with ardour rise,
Breathe thy wishes to the skies;
Freely pour out all thy mind,
Seek, and thou art sure to find;
Ready art thou to receive;
Readier is thy God to give.
Heavenly Father, Lord of all,
Hear, and show thou hearest my call;
Let my cries thy throne assail,
Entering now within the veil;
Give the benefits I claim
Lord I ask in Jesus’ name.