1 Kings 3:11
He said to him: Because you have asked for the wisdom to rule justly, instead of long life for yourself or riches or the death of your enemies,
1 Kings 3:9
Give me the wisdom I need to rule your people with justice. Help me know the difference between good and evil. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?
Psalm 4:6
Many are saying: Who will show us good? Lift up the light of your countenance (face) (presence) upon us, O Jehovah!
Proverbs 16:31
Gray hair is a crown of glory when it is found in the way of righteousness.
Matthew 20:21-22
What is your desire? he asked. She said to him: Let my two sons be seated, the one at your right hand, and the other at your left, in your kingdom.
Romans 8:26
Likewise the Spirit also helps our weaknesses. We do not know what we should pray for, as we should. The Spirit [of God] makes intercession with groaning that cannot be spoken.
James 4:2-3
You lust, and do not have. You murder and covet and cannot obtain! You fight and war. You do not have because you do not ask.