I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink. And do not worry about your body, what you will wear. Is life worth more than food? And is the body worth more than clothes?

When they hand you over, do not worry about what to say and how to say it. You will be given the words to speak at that time.

He that was sown among thorns hears the word. The cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becomes unfruitful.

The Lord answered: Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things.

Do not seek food and drink and do not worry.

Were you called being a slave? Do not let it worry you. But if you can become free, do so.

Throw all your anxiety upon him, because he cares for you.

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Jacob was frightened and worried. He divided the people who were with him into two groups. He also divided his sheep, goats, cattle, and camels.

No, I am not drunk, she answered. I have not been drinking! I am desperate. I have prayed and poured out my troubles to Jehovah.

The people in their bitterness said David should be stoned. This caused him great distress. They were thinking of their sons and daughters. But David found strength in Jehovah his God.

King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz, prayed about this and called to heaven.

When he experienced distress, he begged Jehovah his God to be kind and humbled himself in front of the God of his ancestors.

All who look to him will be radiant. Their faces will never be covered with shame.

O Jehovah, open my lips (help me speak), and my mouth will speak your praise.

Morning, noon, and night I complain and murmur. He listens to my voice.

Trust him at all times, you people. Pour out your hearts in his presence. God is our refuge.

Trust in Jehovah with all your heart. Do not lean on your own understanding.

Commit your works to Jehovah and your thoughts will be firmly established.

Call to me and I will answer you. I will tell you grand and impressive things, things you do not know.'

Ask and it will be given you. Seek and you will find. Knock and it will be opened for you.

He spoke an illustration to them emphasizing the need to pray and not become tired:

He told his disciples: Therefore I say to you, do not be anxious for your life, what you eat or what you wear on your body.

With prayer and supplication pray at all times in the Spirit. Watch with all perseverance and supplication for all the holy ones.

Continue steadfastly in prayer, being vigilant with thanksgiving.

Pray without ceasing.

The end of all things is near. Be of sound mind and judgment. Also be sober for the purpose of prayer.

You, beloved, build yourself up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit.

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The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah! The prayer of the upright is his delight.

O my dove, you are in the clefts of the rock, in the secret places of the stairs. Let me see your countenance. Let me hear your voice. For sweet is your voice, and your countenance is lovely.

Do not be like them. Your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

General references

Abraham prayed to God, and God healed Abimelech, his wife, and his female slaves so that they could have children.

You may ask: What will we eat in the seventh year if we do not plant or bring in our crops?'

Hezekiah prayed to Jehovah: