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Lesson 2: How Jesus Taught Us to Pray
The disciples watched Jesus pray, and they asked Him to teach them. He gave them a simple pattern. It's for us too.
Scripture readings
Matthew 6:5-13
Read the whole passage in your Bible. The prayer itself (Matthew 6:9-13): ‘Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done, as in heaven, so on earth. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors. Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For yours is the Kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen.’
Luke 11:1-4
Read this passage in your Bible, where a disciple asks Jesus, “Lord, teach us to pray.”
The lesson
Welcome back, friends. Today we learn from Jesus Himself.
In Matthew 6, Jesus says not to pray to be seen by others. Prayer isn't a show. It's a quiet conversation with our Father.
Then He gives us this prayer: “Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. Let your Kingdom come. Let your will be done, as in heaven, so on earth. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also forgive our debtors. Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.”
Look at the pattern. First, “Our Father.” We come as children to a loving Father. Second, “may your name be kept holy.” We honor Him. Third, “Let your will be done.” We trust His plans over ours. Fourth, “Give us today our daily bread.” We ask for what we need. Fifth, “Forgive us.” We are honest about our mistakes and we forgive others. Last, “Bring us not into temptation.” We ask for protection and guidance.
You don't have to repeat these words exactly. Use them as a guide, and pray each part in your own words. Try it today. God bless you.
Reflection questions
Private, for your own journal.
- Which line of the prayer speaks to me most, and why?
- What does it mean to me that I can call God “Father”?
- How could I pray one part of this prayer in my own words today?
Quiz
Closing prayer
Our Father, thank You for teaching us how to pray. Help me honor You, trust Your will, and forgive as I have been forgiven. Lead me today. In Jesus' name, amen.
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