1 Peter 4:7

The end and culmination of all things is near. Therefore, be sound minded and self-controlled for the purpose of prayer (staying balanced and focused on the things of God so that your communication will be clear, reasonable, specific and pleasing to Him.)

We are to have a sound mind and be self-controlled for prayer. Our foundation in the Word is to be like a garden watered, weeded, and maintained. Without our persistence in faith, we won’t be able to pray accurately and believe for answers.