John 15:7

If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.   

Being a Christian isn’t about being perfect but more about being persistent.  Our love for Jesus and the word of God taking first place in our lives, actions, and intent.  It’s about being able to follow God and take Him at His word and being willing to listen for the direction.  The term abide refers to remaining fixed and stable and able to follow the rules or guidance.  As a Christian, we must understand how God works and abide with Him to move God into action with our faith.