And Jesus said "This, then, is how you should pray:"
Jesus gives the disciples this prayer so that there will be no doubt about what prayer is to be and not be. It is not to call attention to yourself, by praying on street corners or using lots of pious words. You should pray "like this" (not necessarily this prayer, but like this!) because God already knows what you need before you ask Him. Give praise to God. Pray this HIs will be done. Pray for your needs and the needs of others. There is nothing too large or too small to pray about. Take everything to the Father.
Questions:
1) What does "hallowed" mean? Do you keep the name of God and the name of Jesus full of meaning, or do you use it too casually?
2) We know we need daily bread. What else do we really need? Do you pray for need, or for want?
3) When we pray for God's will to be done on earth as it is in heaven, what are we really asking for? Are we willing to do our part? It has been said we are God's Plan A for taking Jesus to the people, and there is no Plan B. Are you praying to be a part of that plan?
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