Matthew 6:8

Good News Translation (US Version)

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

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(These are the things the pagans are always concerned about.) Your Father in heaven knows that you need all these things.

(For the pagans of this world are always concerned about all these things.) Your Father knows that you need these things.

Don't worry about anything, but in all your prayers ask God for what you need, always asking him with a thankful heart.

O Lord, you know what I long for; you hear all my groans.