. The required attitude is stated both positively and negatively. “But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt.” The original is, more literally, “But let him be asking in faith, nothing doubting” (Rotherham). The use of the present imperative (aiteitō) indicates that James sets forth a standing demand on God’s part if prayer is to be answered. The singular number indicates that each one individually must meet the condition to get his prayer answered. No exceptions