Genesis 18:31
Abraham then said: Indeed now, I have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah: Suppose twenty should be found there? God replied: I will not destroy it for the sake of twenty.
Genesis 18:27
Then Abraham answered and said: Indeed now, I who am only dust and ashes have taken it upon myself to speak to Jehovah:
Matthew 7:7
Ask and it will be given you. Seek and you will find. Knock and it will be opened for you.
Matthew 7:11
Even though you are a sinner, you know how to give good gifts to your children. Think how much more your Father in heaven gives good things to those who ask him!
Luke 11:8
I tell you even if he will not rise and give you what you need because he is your friend, he will arise and give you what you need because you keep asking.
Luke 18:1
He spoke an illustration to them emphasizing the need to pray and not become tired:
Ephesians 6:18
With prayer and supplication pray at all times in the Spirit. Watch with all perseverance and supplication for all the holy ones.
Hebrews 4:16
Let us approach the throne of grace (loving-kindness) with confidence, that we may receive mercy, and find grace for help in time of need.
Hebrews 10:20-22
by a new and living way, which he consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh,