7:11 evil. The general sinfulness of humanity is assumed here, since even those who call God “Father” are said to be evil. Yet by God’s grace, flawed human fathers meet their children’s requests in love. How much more will God the Father, who treats even enemies kindly, answer His children’s prayers. good things. These gifts from the Father are the things Jesus has been describing as necessary for disciples: righteousness, sincerity, purity, humility, and wisdom. Those who know their need will ask