--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: What father among you, if his son asks…" description: "\"“What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If y..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cea/scotty-smith-1447_heavenly-father_what-father-among-you-if-his-son-asks-fo_2198911.jpg" --- # What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will… ![“What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask…” quote by Scotty Smith](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cea/scotty-smith-1447_heavenly-father_what-father-among-you-if-his-son-asks-fo_2198911.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cea/scotty-smith-1447_heavenly-father_what-father-among-you-if-his-son-asks-fo_2198911.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cea/scotty-smith-1447_heavenly-father_what-father-among-you-if-his-son-asks-fo_2198911.jpg) > ““What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! (Luke 11:11–13)”” [Scotty Smith](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/scotty-smith/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. God promises to give better gifts than what we ask for, especially spiritual blessings beyond material needs. **In simple terms:** God gives better than we ask. Key Takeaway Trust that divine gifts exceed expectations. Themes faith spirituality trust divine provision Mood hopeful reverent inspirational Type scriptural encouraging When to use this quote - prayer - seeking guidance - spiritual growth - parenting - mentoring Key Concepts theology grace gift‑giving Questions to Reflect On - How can you recognize unexpected blessings? - What does this teach about trusting higher wisdom? 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