What does it mean to pray with purpose?

Praying with purpose involves presenting specific requests before God, informed by an understanding of His character and His will for us. Jesus’ teachings, particularly in Luke 18, indicate that prayer should have a clear intention, recognizing that God is actively engaged with our requests. The parable about the widow and the unjust judge reveals the necessity of persistence in prayer, yet it is the disposition of the heart—approaching God not as one with demands, but recognizing Him as sovereign and compassionate—that enhances our prayers. Our purpose in prayer should always align with God's glory and our transformation into His likeness.