The Power of Asking: Faith, Business, and the Simple Act of Prayer

Yesterday was observed as Mission Sunday in the Catholic Church.

During the homily, our priest posed a thought-provoking question: Since God knows our intentions before we pray, why should we pray?

Quoting St Augustine, he explained: "We pray not because God doesn't know our intentions, but to authenticate those desires."

To illustrate, think of it this way: As a parent, you may know your child wants various things—perhaps a computer, books, new shoes, or a maths tutor. But you can’t be certain which ones they truly desire until they come to you and specifically ask for item a, b, or all of them. You’d likely respond faster to what is clearly requested.

It’s the same when we pray. God knows our needs, but sometimes we won’t receive them until we ask.

The same principle applies in business and life. People may know you're facing challenges or have targets to meet, but help or favours often won’t come unless you ask.

Even if the answer is NO sometimes, it’s still worth asking.

So this week, ask God, ask your neighbours, and ask your clients.

As for me, I'm asking for Printing, Publishing, and Supply Chain opportunities and for Nigerians to become wise people so we can rebuild our country.

May all our asking receive big Yeses.

Shalom ✌🏾.

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