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The Lord's Prayer - Our Father

he Lord’s Prayer - Our Father

The Lord’s Prayer-What does Matthew 6:5-13 teach us about prayer?

“And when you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites. For they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, that they may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret

The Lord's Prayer

Matthew 6:5-15

Jesus' whole understanding of prayer is built around the understanding that our God is a loving father with nothing but good intentions for us. Jesus teaches us to pray for the reign and rule of God to redeem every aspect of this Earth. Our prayers bend reality in the direction of God's coming Kingdom.

Prayer is God's invitation to partner with Him

John 5:19 Meaning and Commentary

that is, being conversant with the original and eternal ideas of things in the divine mind, acts according to them, which he could not do if he was not of the same nature with, and equal to his Father.

What is the meaning of John 15 5 8?

John 15:5–8) Jesus warns us that apart from Him, we can do nothing. On our own, we are completely devoid of strength. We need an eternal source so that we can have abundant and continual fruit. He also directs us to the method of our abiding.

Always praying

What is the meaning of Philippians 4 4 9?

In Christ, energized by the Spirit, we rejoice in that reality. In the presence of Christ (God-with-us), we are free to throw ourselves into the struggles and issues of life with abandon, and smile. Paul's thrust in Philippians 4:4–9 is this: Christ is the One in whom we rejoice at every moment of life.

A people of prayer

Jude 1:17-25
In these verses, Jude reminds us of dangers that were predicted long ago. Those who are called, beloved in God the Father, and kept for Jesus Christ, must contend for the faith that was once for all delivered because ungodly people slip into the church and try to corrupt the faith.

What is Prayer

Acts 1:12-14 Prayer

Here the eleven remaining apostles are named. Judas Iscariot is not among them. He took his own life soon after betraying Jesus. But the remaining apostles gathered together, united even though their Lord was now gone from them. Reflection on the Power of Prayer

A New Year

What is the meaning of Romans 8 19 25?

Romans 8:19-25 offers Christians encouragement from Creation. The non-rational created order has a message for us in the context of the believer's assurance of spiritual security in Jesus Christ. The word "groan" that appears three times in this passage is also used in Acts 7:34.

Various other text in todays sermon by Sandy.

The importance of his presence

What is the meaning of Exodus 33 7 11?

This passage illustrates the contrast between Moses' closeness with the LORD and the people's broken fellowship. Moses experienced fellowship and harmony with the LORD on the basis of his faithful obedience, while the Israelites were made distant from God because of their obstinance.

All my life you have been faithful

Psalm 23 is meant to inspire calm. The Lord is personal to David, and He provides everything David needs. As the Good Shepherd, He guides David to green pastures and calm waters. All is peaceful!

Treasues for the heart

Luke2:8-20

Seeing that the shepherds were terrified, in verse 10 the angel gives them a command: “Do not be afraid.” This is perhaps easier said than done, but the shepherds offer us an example of great faith as they choose faith over fear, choosing to trust in God and continuing to follow his commands