If You Abide in Jesus and His Words Abide in You

“If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” (John 15:7)

A college student was preparing for final exams. He carried his Bible everywhere but admitted later, “I wasn’t really abiding in Christ—I was just hoping for a miracle grade.” Over time, he realized that abiding in Jesus meant far more than quick prayers in stressful moments. It meant staying connected daily—like a branch to the vine—through prayer, obedience, and soaking in God’s Word. Then he noticed a change: his prayers became less about asking for shortcuts and more about asking for strength, wisdom, and God’s will. And that’s when he saw God answering in powerful ways.

Therefore

Abiding in Christ is not about asking God to bless our own plans—it’s about letting His words shape our desires and direct our requests. When His Word fills your heart, your prayers align with His will, and fruit follows naturally.

“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5)

Ask yourself today:

“Am I just praying for what I want, or am I truly abiding in Christ so that my desires reflect His?” Take one step—read His Word, obey what it says, and let that shape your prayers.

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” (Matt. 7:7, NIV)

“And whatever we ask we receive from him, because we keep his commandments and do what pleases him.” (1 John 3:22, ESV)