James 1:5

Good News Translation

But if any of you lack wisdom, you should pray to God, who will give it to you; because God gives generously and graciously to all.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 22:12

And may the Lord your God give you insight and wisdom so that you may govern Israel according to his Law.

2 Chronicles 1:10

so give me the wisdom and knowledge I need to rule over them. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?”

Psalm 51:6

Sincerity and truth are what you require; fill my mind with your wisdom.

Exodus 31:3

and I have filled him with my power. I have given him understanding, skill, and ability for every kind of artistic work—

Exodus 31:6

I have also selected Oholiab son of Ahisamach, from the tribe of Dan, to work with him. I have also given great ability to all the other skilled workers, so that they can make everything I have commanded to be made:

Proverbs 8:17

I love those who love me; whoever looks for me can find me.

Matthew 11:20

The people in the towns where Jesus had performed most of his miracles did not turn from their sins, so he reproached those towns.

Mark 16:14

Last of all, Jesus appeared to the eleven disciples as they were eating. He scolded them, because they did not have faith and because they were too stubborn to believe those who had seen him alive.

John 14:13

And I will do whatever you ask for in my name, so that the Father's glory will be shown through the Son.

John 15:7

If you remain in me and my words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish, and you shall have it.

John 4:10

Jesus answered, “If you only knew what God gives and who it is that is asking you for a drink, you would ask him, and he would give you life-giving water.”

2 Corinthians 2:16

For those who are being lost, it is a deadly stench that kills; but for those who are being saved, it is a fragrance that brings life. Who, then, is capable for such a task?

James 1:17

Every good gift and every perfect present comes from heaven; it comes down from God, the Creator of the heavenly lights, who does not change or cause darkness by turning.

James 3:17

But the wisdom from above is pure first of all; it is also peaceful, gentle, and friendly; it is full of compassion and produces a harvest of good deeds; it is free from prejudice and hypocrisy.

James 5:16

So then, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you will be healed. The prayer of a good person has a powerful effect.

1 John 3:22

We receive from him whatever we ask, because we obey his commands and do what pleases him.