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
The Lord 's prayer is the most significant prayer because it is a prayer that begin by honoring the Father and his kingdom.
The second part is to trust the Lord with our needs . The 3rd part is pray forgiveness for ourselves and those who sin against us. Finally to ask God to deliver us from evil. To summarise a prayer should begin with honour the Father ,trust him for our needs,pray for forgiveness and seek protection from evil. How do you pray?
Let us pray
Father in heaven, you have given me a mind to know you, a will to serve you, and a heart to love you. Give me today the grace and strength to embrace your holy will and fill my heart with your love that all my intentions and actions may be pleasing to you.
Amen
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