Totally agree. Why WOULD someone appeal to another human for intercession when the one to be granting the request is fully available to that someone in the first place? I also always thought the idea of praying to Mary because she was the mother of Jesus, was kinda like cheating or getting “cuts” in line. ;o)
INDEED
Maybe because they are taught they should ask Mary to Pray for them at an early age and thereafter reinforced by the church in thier doctrines, I would guess
I’d much rather a live person pray for me and or with me as it’s then two way communication... Better yet, when I struggle to find the words of my heart and mind Gods Holy Spirit actively does so on my behalf...with words which are assuredly perfect.... You know there are times all we can do is a sigh...and be before Him....There is something quite wonderful about just Being before Him. “Be still and KNOW that I am God”...I like the KNOW part best.