Matthew 7:7-8; Matthew 7:13-14

Matthew 7:7-8

7 "Don't bargain with God. Be direct. Ask for what you need.

8 This isn't a cat-and-mouse, hide-and-seek game we're in.

Matthew 7:13-14

13 "Don't look for shortcuts to God. The market is flooded with surefire, easygoing formulas for a successful life that can be practiced in your spare time. Don't fall for that stuff, even though crowds of people do.

14 The way to life - to God! - is vigorous and requires total attention.