Many Christians believe that if they follow strict rules in the giving of tithes and offerings, sowing of seeds, regular church attendance, working for the church, prayer and fasting, and helping the poor and needy they are pleasing God. While these acts of piousness should not be ignored, God looks on the motives of the heart and not necessarily the outward show of godliness. Some of us ponder why God does not respond to our prayers and fasting,...