Sometimes, it’s easy to wonder if our prayers make it past the ceiling. But the Bible assures us—again and again—that God not only hears the prayers of the righteous but treasures them. The cries, the whispers, the groans too deep for words don’t go unnoticed. Scripture paints a clear and comforting picture: God bends His ear toward the righteous, responding with mercy, power, and perfect timing.
Being righteous doesn’t mean being flawless. It means walking in faith, depending on God, and seeking to live according to His will. The righteous are those who are justified by faith, like Abraham, who believed in God and was counted righteous. Their prayers carry weight because they come from hearts aligned with God’s heart. The Bible tells us that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective, not because of who they are, but because of who God is.
God’s faithfulness is unmatched. When His people cry out, He listens. When the righteous call, He answers. Sometimes the answer is immediate. Sometimes it’s a gentle “wait.” But never is it ignored. These 35 verses reveal a powerful truth: your prayers, when offered in humility and faith, are heard by the King of Heaven. So take heart, and let these Scriptures encourage you to pray boldly, knowing that God is near.
Bible Verses Showing That God Hears the Prayers of the Righteous
1. Psalm 34:15
The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their cry.
2. James 5:16
The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
3. 1 Peter 3:12
For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer.
4. Proverbs 15:29
The Lord is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.
5. Psalm 145:18-19
The Lord is near to all who call on him… He hears their cry and saves them.
6. 1 John 5:14
This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.
7. Isaiah 65:24
Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.
8. Psalm 66:17-19
I cried out to him with my mouth; his praise was on my tongue… God has surely listened and has heard my prayer.
9. Jeremiah 29:12
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.
10. Matthew 7:7-8
Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find… for everyone who asks receives.
11. John 9:31
We know that God does not listen to sinners. He listens to the godly person who does his will.
12. Psalm 17:6
I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.
13. 2 Chronicles 7:14
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray… then I will hear from heaven.
14. Psalm 4:3
The Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.
15. Psalm 6:8-9
The Lord has heard my weeping. The Lord has heard my cry for mercy; the Lord accepts my prayer.
16. Luke 11:9-10
So I say to you: Ask and it will be given to you… For everyone who asks receives.
17. Proverbs 15:8
The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him.
18. Isaiah 58:9
Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say: Here am I.
19. Psalm 91:15
He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble.
20. Zechariah 13:9
They will call on my name and I will answer them; I will say, ‘They are my people.’
21. Job 22:27
You will pray to him, and he will hear you, and you will fulfill your vows.
22. Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence… to find grace to help us in our time of need.
23. Psalm 18:6
In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice.
24. Micah 7:7
But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.
25. Psalm 40:1
I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry.
26. 1 Samuel 1:27
I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him.
27. Matthew 6:6
When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father… then your Father will reward you.
28. Mark 11:24
Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
29. Romans 8:26
The Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.
30. Psalm 102:17
He will respond to the prayer of the destitute; he will not despise their plea.
31. Isaiah 30:19
How gracious he will be when you cry for help! As soon as he hears, he will answer you.
32. Jonah 2:1-2
From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the Lord… and he answered me.
33. Acts 10:4
Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God.
34. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Pray continually.
35. Psalm 34:4
I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.
Our Thoughts On What the Bible Says About God Hearing the Righteous
The Bible gives us this strong reassurance: God listens to the prayers of those who walk in faith. Not because they are perfect, but because they pursue Him with sincerity and trust. Being righteous isn’t about being sinless. It’s about living by faith, turning away from sin, and seeking God’s will. When we do that, Scripture promises that God hears us. He doesn’t ignore the cries of the humble. He bends close, listens with compassion, and responds with wisdom. This should encourage us to pray more, not less. To keep praying, even when we don’t feel heard, knowing that every whisper reaches heaven. Our God is not distant. He is attentive. And when the righteous pray, heaven leans in.
Say This Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for hearing me when I call. Thank You for being a God who listens to the prayers of Your children. Teach me to walk in righteousness—not in my own strength, but through faith in You. Help me to pray with confidence, knowing that You are near and that You care. Strengthen my faith when answers seem delayed. Let me never doubt that my prayers matter to You. Keep my heart humble and aligned with Your will. I trust that You hear me, and that You respond in love and wisdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.