Day 41
Keep Knocking in Prayer

*“Ask… seek… knock.”* (Luke 11:9)

Reflection:
The Canaanite woman fell at Jesus’ feet, pleading for her demon-tormented daughter day after day, even when the disciples tried to send her away and Jesus tested her faith with hard words (Matthew 15:22-28). Luke 11:9 and Matthew 7:7 both emphasize persistence: keep asking, keep seeking, keep knocking. Luke 18:1 adds that we should “always pray and not give up.” What’s that one need you’ve been bringing to God that you’re tempted to set aside … maybe a healing that hasn’t come, a breakthrough in a relationship, or guidance that’s still unclear?

Persistence in prayer isn’t about wearing God down; it’s about building unshakeable faith that moves His heart. That desperate mother didn’t quit when she heard “no”—she humbled herself even further: “Even the dogs eat the crumbs.” Jesus praised her “great faith,” and her daughter was healed instantly. Heaven honors the tenacious heart that refuses to accept delay as denial. Your “unanswered” prayer might be the very thing God is using to forge mountain-moving trust in you. Culture in this generation tells us to move on when things get hard; kingdom living means knocking until the door swings wide. Every strike strengthens your resolve and positions you for the answer He’s already preparing. Don’t stop now—your persistence could be the key.

What prayer are you tempted to give up on?

Today’s Challenge: Pick one ongoing request. Pray Luke 18:1 over it three times today: “I will not give up until I see your answer.” Add your raw, honest plea each time. Her knocking freed her daughter completely.

Prayer: Faithful Father, like that mother’s road-weary persistence, help me keep knocking without giving up, trusting your timing will bring the breakthrough I’m longing for. Have mercy on me, O’ God. In Jesus’ name I plead. Amen.