Matthew 6:8

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Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

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Lord, all my longing is known to thee, my sighing is not hidden from thee.

For the Gentiles seek all these things; and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all.

For all the nations of the world seek these things; and your Father knows that you need them.

Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.