*1.* “In whom we have boldness and access with confidence through our faith in him.”  *2* “We know that God does not listen to sinners, but if anyone is a worshiper of God and does his will, God listens to him.”  *3* “And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart.”  *4* “If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!