Petition
But in fact it is gratitude and praise that are expressions of a lower relationship. On our level of half belief it is easier to sing hymns of praise or to thank God than to trust Him enough to ask something with faith. Even people who believe half-heartedly, can turn to thank God when something nice comes their way; and ther are moments of elation when everyone can sing to God.
But it is much more difficult to have such undivided faith as to ask with one's whole heart and whole mind with complete confidence. No one should look askance at petition, because the ability to say prayers of petition is a test of the reality of our faith.
From the book "Creative Prayer"
by Metropolitan Anthony (Bloom) of Sourozh
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