Ask… and It Shall Be Given

That story in Luke 15 resonates with me so much. The younger son asked his father for his inheritance — and surprisingly, the father obliged.

It reminds me of a “family conference” years ago. My eldest wanted a Nintendo. I explained that we couldn’t afford it, but she wanted proof. So, I got up and showed her my wage slip.

There she was, calculating how much Mum earned, what went to bills, and what was left over. Finally, she concluded: “We don’t have money. Mum, are we poor?” That moment still makes me laugh whenever I remember it.

Meanwhile, her younger brother didn’t understand the maths — he had requested a guitar for his birthday. His sister reasoned that I couldn’t afford it… But guess what? He got his guitar. I scouted around, found one, and made it happen.

You see, sometimes reasoning robs us of what we could have gotten.

Think of Caleb’s daughter in Joshua 15. Her husband sent her to her father, and as soon as she got down from her camel, her father asked: “What do you want me to give you?” She boldly asked for a well in addition to what had already been given — and she received it.

Or the prodigal son: when he returned home, his “ask” was to be made a servant, because at least he would be sure of food. But his father restored him as a son.

The Bible reminds us: “You do not have because you do not ask.” (James 4:2)

So, the question is — are you asking the right person?

Before you start firing away with requests, do you know Him? Do you know His promises? They’re scattered all over the Bible. And here’s the thing: He prioritises His Word even above His Name.

So ask. Ask boldly. But ask the One who can give.

Like journaling or colouring helps us quiet the noise, faith helps us ask with clarity. The answers come when we pause and ask the right One.

I am Ruthy, and I provide colouring and other activity books for the self-care and emotional wellness of busy Mums and their loved ones.