What in the world! Jesus says to imagine us having an unexpected guest arrive late and there are no leftovers. So we go to a friend's house and start asking for 3 loaves of bread even though it is midnight and all the family is in bed. (I guess all the stores are closed.) This irritated friend absolutely does not want to get up, but we keep making a big ruckus until he finally gets up and gives us whatever we need. (Luke 10:38-11:13)
Wow! Can you imagine waking everybody up to borrow some food? And if you make bread you know that asking for three loaves is a big request. But the word for our persistence here literally means "shameless". We have boldness without shame. And that is how we are to ask our Father for what we need.
It doesn't sound like the Father is offended by big bold shameless requests. In fact he is most likely honored that we trust Him for impossible things. It gives Him great glory.
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