is our Christian privilege to do so in full trust that our Father hears our prayers for what we need. The answer to anxiety is prayer. “Prayer” (proseuchē) denotes the petitioner’s attitude of mind as worshipful. “Petition” (deēsei) denotes prayers as expressions of need. “Thanksgiving” (eucharistias) should accompany all Christian praying, as the supplicant acknowledges that whatever God sends is for his good. It may also include remembrance of previous blessings. “Requests” (aitēmata) refers