The use of petitions is a very effective form of prayer and warfare. In I Tim 2:1 we see that petitions are one of the different forms of prayer. It is vital that we make use of this weapon in our pursuit of God’s fullness for our lives. The Hebrew words for “petition” are shelah or mishelah, meaning ask, beg, borrow, lay to charge, consult, demand, desire earnestly, inquire, pray, request, require, petition or wish. The word petition is usually associated with the law. We can only present our petitions before God’s Throne if we stand on legal ground and our petitions will only be granted if we find favour in God’s sight.