Gospel
Matthew 6:7-15
How to pray
Jesus said to his disciples: ‘In your prayers do not babble as the pagans do, for they think that by using many words they will make themselves heard. Do not be like them; your Father knows what you need before you ask him. So you should pray like this:
‘Our Father in heaven,
may your name be held holy,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts, as we have forgiven those who are in debt to us.
And do not put us to the test,
but save us from the evil one.
‘Yes, if you forgive others their failings, your heavenly Father will forgive you yours; but if you do not forgive others, your Father will not forgive your failings either.’
Reflection
One of the most beautiful gift Christ gave us is the model on how to pray.The lord's prayer is that prayer. It began with praising and glorifying God the father. Secondly we ask for our need. Thirdly seek forgiveness and the will to forgive. Finally ask God to protect us from evil. How do we pray?
Let us pray
Lord Jesus thank you for teaching us how to pray . May it be a model for us on how to pray always.
Amen
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