 The proof that you believe in prayer is that you pray. We don't pray because we're self-reliant. We say to the Lord things like, well, Lord, I don't really need you. You might say, when did I say that? You say it every time you start your day without prayer. Whatever you don't pray about, you're telling God, I don't need your helpin'. Whatever you don't pray about, you're telling God, I don't want you involved. Prayerlessness is self-reliance.