Are unspoken prayer requests selfish?

[Keith]

I think it depends. Because, the person may not be someone of faith. Or they are not where they needs to be in God. The person who is praying, needs to call upon the Holy Spirit of God, for wisdom and discernment, about the person. Once we are doing our part, God will do His part. There are a number of reasons, the person may phrase this type of prayer request, and because we who are praying, are connected to God, we have to honor their desire, and leave the rest to God. God is able to answer that prayer, according to James 5:16:............The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." In a more intimate setting, as a church or group, your suggestion would apply, but in a wider forum of unbelievers, there should be wisdom used. The Holy Spirit will work through our prayer, to effect the outcome for the individual, that is all that is important. Peace.