John 16:23b-24 - Ask in Jesus' name

Very truly I tell you, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.

In our study last night, my sisters and I were talking about deliverance from a stronghold. We talked about the many times we have asked God to remove this stronghold in our lives. We understand that God may actually let this be in our lives for many purposes and it may not be something he "heals" us of until we are made perfect in heaven. But then I remembered this verse. When we pray and ask God for something, are we asking in Jesus'name? We often say "In Jesus' name, Amen" at the end of the prayer, but are we truly asking in his name. I'm not even 100% sure what that means, but it is definitely something worth more thought and study.

Lord, thank you for the gifts and help you give us. Please help us to make our requests to you in the right way and with the right spirit. Amen.