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Psalm 116:2

New International Version

Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live.

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Will they find delight in the Almighty? Will they call on God at all times?

Praise be to the Lord, for he has heard my cry for mercy.

Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me.

Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me.

I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry.

Lord, you are the God who saves me; day and night I cry out to you.

You hurled me into the depths, into the very heart of the seas, and the currents swirled about me; all your waves and breakers swept over me.

Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.