He said God was in control but God speaks His word and ask us to submit to it. Never controls us and since Satan is the god of this world for now, God's actions here require believers believe then he unleashes His power. So pray for sure, ask and it shall be given,, pressed down shaken together running over,....but you gotta ask. Also, we can pray in the spirit which is perfect prayer Nd we are able to pray for whatever k ow not. Lots of truths and power if you walk with God.