1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. : the prayer of Desperation v. 17 Timothy, I thank God for you– the God I serve with a clear conscience, just as my ancestors did. Night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. 2 Timothy 1:3 NLT “Go back to Hezekiah and tell him, 'This is what the LORD, the God of your ancestor David, says: I have heard your prayer and seen your tears. I will add fifteen years to your life.” Isaiah 38:5 NLT 9 “You parents—if your children ask for a loaf of bread, do you give them a stone instead? 10 Or if they ask for a fish, do you give them a snake? Of course not! 11 So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him. Matthew 7:9-11 NLT 7 “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 NLT 7 Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound. 8 In peace I will lie down and sleep, Psalm 4:7-8a NIV : Thanks in the face of whatever life throws at you. v. 18 Praise the LORD, my soul, and forgot not all his benefits. Psalm 103:2 NIV : Our hearts exclaim Wow! v. 16 Questions for Discipleship Groups: Please refer to your Story Facilitator's Guide.