“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” – Matthew 7:7
Bible Verses About Asking God For Things
James 4:2 – Sometimes we don’t receive because we don’t ask.
“You desire and do not have; so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain; so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask.” – James 4:2
Philippians 4:6 – Praying about everything brings peace.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” – Philippians 4:6
Mark 11:24 – Believe in your heart when you ask.
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” – Mark 11:24
Matthew 21:22 – Faith is key when asking.
“And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.” – Matthew 21:22
1 John 5:14 – God hears us when we ask in faith.
“And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us.” – 1 John 5:14
Luke 11:9 – Keep asking, seeking, and knocking.
“And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” – Luke 11:9
John 14:13 – Asking in Jesus’ name is powerful.
“Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” – John 14:13
Matthew 18:19 – Agreement in prayer brings answers.
“Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven.” – Matthew 18:19
James 1:5 – Ask God for wisdom.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given to him.” – James 1:5
Matthew 7:11 – God gives good gifts to those who ask.
“If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask him!” – Matthew 7:11
Luke 12:31-32 – Seek God’s kingdom first.
“Instead, seek his kingdom, and these things will be added to you. Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” – Luke 12:31-32
Romans 10:13 – Everyone who calls on God can be saved.
“For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” – Romans 10:13
Matthew 9:38 – Asking for workers is necessary.
“Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” – Matthew 9:38
Psalm 37:4 – Delight in God, and He will give you desires.
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” – Psalm 37:4
Isaiah 65:24 – God will answer before we call.
“Before they call I will answer; while they are yet speaking I will hear.” – Isaiah 65:24
Exodus 20:24 – God wants us to bring offerings.
“An altar of earth you shall make for me and sacrifice on it your burnt offerings and your peace offerings, your sheep and your oxen.” – Exodus 20:24
Luke 18:1 – Always pray and don’t lose heart.
“And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart.” – Luke 18:1
Jeremiah 33:3 – God invites us to call on Him.
“Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.” – Jeremiah 33:3
Revelation 3:20 – God stands at the door and knocks.
“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” – Revelation 3:20
2 Chronicles 7:14 – If my people pray…
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” – 2 Chronicles 7:14
Matthew 6:33 – Seeking God first is key.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33
Isaiah 58:9 – God answers our cries for help.
“Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and he will say, ‘Here I am.’” – Isaiah 58:9
Psalms 145:18 – The Lord is near to those who call on Him.
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” – Psalms 145:18
1 Peter 5:7 – Cast your cares on Him.
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
Psalm 50:15 – Call on the Lord in trouble.
“And call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.” – Psalm 50:15
John 16:24 – Asking will bring joy.
“Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.” – John 16:24
Jeremiah 29:12 – God hears our prayers.
“Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.” – Jeremiah 29:12
Final Thoughts
Asking God for things is a profound and personal act of faith. It’s comforting to know that we are encouraged to bring our desires, needs, and worries before Him. Through prayer, we engage in genuine communication with God, building our relationship with Him stronger. His Word reminds us that asking in prayer opens the door to His provision, grace, and strength.
Understanding these verses helps us recognize that not only can we trust God to hear us, but He also delights in responding to our heartfelt requests. I have found immense peace in knowing that prayer can uplift our spirits and guide us through life’s challenges. As we seek Him, let’s remember that our prayers can transform our hearts and circumstances.
If you wish to explore more scriptures and ideas about faith, consider delving into Jesus’ sacrifice, or perhaps learn about prayers for guidance. There’s a treasure trove of discussions waiting for us as we deepen our faith together.