Matthew 6:8 in the King James Version
Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him.
Context
7 In praying, don’t use vain repetitions as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard for their much speaking.
8 Therefore don’t be like them, for your Father knows what things you need before you ask him.
9 Pray like this: “‘Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy.