One thing I think people forget about when looking at heka, or Ancient Egyptian magic, is that it wasn't just prayers and praising the Gods to convince Them to help.
Sometimes it was more forceful, in the manner of bargaining or threatening, where the magician made their intent clear and the Gods either acted upon it or accepted the results.
Obviously I do not go around threatening my Gods (no need to straddle the line between earned respect and anger), but I do bargain with Them a good amount.
For example, I found a job within my niche that I desperately wanted. When I applied, I fit most of their requirements (besides missing a strongly preferred certification). I also knew that as it was a remote position, there would be plenty of other, more well qualified candidates. Of course I focused on preparing for the interviews appropriately, but figured extra divine help couldn't hurt.
I went to my shrine, and asked the Gods, "do these offerings and paintings and statuary please you? Are you content with just what I have already given freely, or do you wish for more?"
I told Them that as it stands, I cannot afford much else with this current job. However, if They helped get a new job, I could afford more for Them. More space, more offerings, more paintings and statuary. After all, I want to please Them with this shrine and fill it with all that Their hearts desire, and yet how can I supply it with no help?
And so They provided Their strength and assistance, with the promise that should things go well, I will compensate Them. I received the offer for the position, and am slowly working on providing Them with new offerings and statuary as thanks and payment.