James 1:5

New Century Version

But if any of you needs wisdom, you should ask God for it. He is generous to everyone and will give you wisdom without criticizing you.

Cross References

1 Chronicles 22:12

He will make you the king of Israel. May the Lord give you wisdom and understanding so you will be able to obey the teachings of the Lord your God.

2 Chronicles 1:10

Now give me wisdom and knowledge so I can lead these people in the right way, because no one can rule them without your help.”

Psalm 51:6

You want me to be completely truthful, so teach me wisdom.

Exodus 31:3

I have filled Bezalel with the Spirit of God and have given him the skill, ability, and knowledge to do all kinds of work.

Exodus 31:6

I have also chosen Oholiab son of Ahisamach from the tribe of Dan to work with Bezalel. I have given skills to all the craftsmen, and they will be able to make all these things I have commanded you:

Proverbs 8:17

I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.

Matthew 11:20

Then Jesus criticized the cities where he did most of his miracles, because the people did not change their lives and stop sinning.

Mark 16:14

Later Jesus showed himself to the eleven apostles while they were eating, and he criticized them because they had no faith. They were stubborn and refused to believe those who had seen him after he had risen from the dead.

John 14:13

And if you ask for anything in my name, I will do it for you so that the Father’s glory will be shown through the Son.

John 15:7

If you remain in me and follow my teachings, you can ask anything you want, and it will be given to you.

John 4:10

Jesus said, “If you only knew the free gift of God and who it is that is asking you for water, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.”

2 Corinthians 2:16

To those who are lost, we are the smell of death that brings death, but to those who are being saved, we are the smell of life that brings life. So who is able to do this work?

James 1:17

Every good action and every perfect gift is from God. These good gifts come down from the Creator of the sun, moon, and stars, who does not change like their shifting shadows.

James 3:17

But the wisdom that comes from God is first of all pure, then peaceful, gentle, and easy to please. This wisdom is always ready to help those who are troubled and to do good for others. It is always fair and honest.

James 5:16

Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so God can heal you. When a believing person prays, great things happen.

1 John 3:22

And God gives us what we ask for because we obey God’s commands and do what pleases him.