“If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!”
— Matthew 7:11 (NIV)
The Heart Behind the Gift
We’ve all witnessed it—parents going out of their way to surprise their children with something special. A toy, a trip, a warm hug at just the right moment. Even in our flawed, imperfect love, we still know how to give to those we love. Jesus uses this very truth to highlight something even greater: the heart of our heavenly Father.
In Matthew 7:11, Jesus isn’t just talking about gifts. He’s revealing something essential about the character of God. If we—flawed, selfish, and sometimes short-tempered—still know how to give good things, how much more should we trust the God who is perfect in love, wisdom, and power?
A God Who Loves to Give
This verse reminds us that God is not reluctant, stingy, or distant. He is a Father—generous, attentive, and deeply invested in the lives of His children. His gifts aren’t just material blessings; they include peace in the middle of storms, joy that defies circumstances, strength to carry on, and grace that covers every failure.
He doesn't give begrudgingly or randomly. His giving flows from His nature. God gives because God is good.
Ask Boldly, Trust Fully
Jesus' message here is also an invitation: ask. Not with fear or hesitation, but with the confidence that you are coming to a Father who delights in your voice and desires your good. Prayer isn’t about twisting God’s arm—it’s about aligning our hearts with His and trusting that He knows, and gives, what is best.
Yes, sometimes what we ask for doesn’t arrive in the package we expected. Sometimes, the waiting feels long. But even in those moments, Matthew 7:11 encourages us to believe: if it’s not yet good, God’s not yet done.
Reflection
What “good gifts” has God already given you that you may have overlooked?
Are there areas in your life where you’ve stopped asking because you’ve stopped believing God will answer?
How might your prayers change if you truly trusted God’s heart as your Father?
Prayer
Father, thank You for being a good and generous God. Remind me daily that Your heart is for me, not against me. Help me to trust You more—especially in the waiting. Teach me to ask boldly, believe deeply, and rest fully in Your love. Amen.
Take heart today: you are loved by a God who loves to give. Keep asking. Keep seeking. He’s listening—and He’s better than you imagine.
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