1 John 5:14 Meaning
And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:
Context Explained
12He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.
13These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.
14And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:
15And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.
16If any man see his brother sin a sin which is not unto death, he shall ask, and he shall give him life for them that sin not unto death. There is a sin unto death: I do not say that he shall pray for it.
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Related Cross References
James 1:5
This verse encourages asking God for wisdom, which aligns with asking according to His will.
John 14:13
Both verses emphasize the power of asking in Jesus' name.
Philippians 4:6
This verse encourages believers to present their requests to God.
Source: 1 John 5:14