In Matthew 6:9-13 NIV Jesus said — This, then, is how you should pray: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.”

Today’s featured scripture, called The Lord’s Prayer, is Jesus’ example of how to pray that He gave His disciples. In Matthew 6:5-6 NIV, the scripture just before the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus explains that praying is not intended to be showy nor does it need to be full of fancy words. Prayer is a special time of sharing between you and God. What is your definition of prayer? Do you spend time in prayer? How do you pray? As we talk about prayer this week, I encourage you to examine your prayer habits.

Let’s pray. Thank You God for the opportunity I have to connect with You through prayer. Open my eyes this week to ways I can become more like Christ through prayer. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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