How does 1 John 5:15 encourage confidence in our prayer life? Setting the Verse in Context “14 And this is the confidence that we have before Him: If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. 15 And if we know that He hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we already possess what we have asked of Him.” Hearing Leads to Having • “He hears us” means covenant attention that moves God to act (Psalm 34:15). • Because God is truthful, the moment He hears, the answer is secured—even if we wait to see it (Numbers 23:19). Why This Builds Unshakeable Confidence • Relationship over ritual—beloved children approaching their Father (Romans 8:15–17). • Alignment with His will—His Word shapes prayers He is pleased to answer (Matthew 7:9–11). • Certainty of possession—“we already possess” is present tense faith (Hebrews 11:1). Scripture Echoes Practical Ways to Pray with Confidence 1. Let Scripture guide requests. 2. Declare, “Father, You hear me; therefore I have what I ask in Christ.” 3. Thank Him before seeing results (Philippians 4:6–7). 4. Persist, aligning with His timing (Luke 18:1–8). 5. Record answered prayers to fuel future faith (Psalm 77:11–12). Living the Assurance Today • Enter prayer expecting the King’s audience. • Rest in His perfect “Yes,” “No,” or “Wait.” • Celebrate every fulfillment as proof that 1 John 5:15 is eternally true. |
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