1Jo 3:22 | MHM | STEP | v. 22 : John explains the blessing of having a good conscience: And whatsoever we ask we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight (1 John 3:22 ). When we obey God and try to please him, he hears our prayers. God promises to answer the prayers of those who follow him and do what is right (Psalm 66:18; Proverbs 28:9 ). If we want God to listen to us, we must live in a way that pleases him.

‏ 1 John 3:22

v. 22: John explains the blessing of having a good conscience: And whatsoever we ask we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight (1 John 3:22 ^a). When we obey God and try to please him, he hears our prayers. God promises to answer the prayers of those who follow him and do what is right (Psalm 66:18; Proverbs 28:9 ^b). If we want God to listen to us, we must live in a way that pleases him.