Jesus likens our relationship with him as a vine and branches. In this discourse he tells the disciples, "If you abide in me and my words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done unto you. By this is my father glorified, that you bear much fruit;so you will be my disciples" (John 15:7-8).
Heard in context we understand this promise refers to bearing fruit. The fruit in our lives demonstrates to the world that we are disciples of Christ. Do you lack wisdom? Ask God for it (James 1:1-3). Do you lack faith hope love? Ask God for it (1 Corinthians 13; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 2:8). Do you lack love, joy, peace, self control? Ask God for it (Galatians 5:22).
Let's examine our request to see if they are inline with Christ's intent.
