John 14:13
And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
John 14:13
Jesus says, “And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” This is not a blank check for selfish desires but a relational invitation aligned with Jesus’ character and mission. Asking in Jesus’ name signals alignment with His purposes—recognizing His authority, pursuing God’s glory, and relying on His person. The Father’s glorification is the ultimate aim; requests that reflect Jesus’ nature and aims will be granted in ways that reveal God’s goodness. The promise is set within Jesus’ ongoing relationship with the Father and His future return. It also interacts with the Spirit’s role in guiding believers to pray in accordance with God’s will.
Key themes include prayer, authority, and revelation of God’s glory. The instruction to pray in Jesus’ name ties believers into the Trinity’s purposes, ensuring requests are rooted in Christ’s redemptive work. It also emphasizes God’s sovereignty and His responsiveness to a Christ-centered, Spirit-guided church.
Practical steps: before praying, align your request with Jesus’ character and kingdom priorities—justice, mercy, healing, reconciliation. End prayers with “in Jesus’ name” as a reminder that you rely on His authority and proposal, not your own. Expect that God’s answer may be “yes” with blessing, “no” for greater good, or “not yet.” Use this framework to teach children or those new to faith: frame requests around love and the flourishing of others, not self-interest.
Cross-References: John 15:7; John 16:23-24; James 4:3; 1 John 5:14-15; Philippians 2:9-11