In Luke chapter 11:1, one of the Lord Jesus' disciples asked Him: 'Lord teach us how to pray!' And the Lord gave them the well known prayer we call 'The Lord's Prayer'.
But do remember also that the Lord Jesus taught His disciples in Matthew 6:7 "But when you pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen (people of other religions) do: for they think that they will be heard for their much speaking." Repeating the same words over and over like a magic incantation is no way to ensure that God will hear your prayer. On the other hand, it's not wrong to come to God many times with the same requests, the Lord encourages persistent prayer.
This prayer in Luke 11:1-4 is often called the Lord's Prayer because Jesus gave it to His disciples. It can be a pattern for our prayers. Notice the order in this prayer: we should 1) praise God, 2) pray for His work in the world, 3) pray for our daily needs, and 4) pray for help in our daily struggles.
Notice first, the Lord praises God; then He made requests. Praising God first puts us in the right frame of mind to tell Him about our needs. Too often our prayers are more like shopping lists than conversations.
Persistence in prayer overcomes our insensitivity, not God's. To practice persistence does more to change our heart and mind than His, and it helps us understand and express the intensity of our need. Persistence in prayer helps us recognize God's work. (Bible Notes)
Precious Pearls:
How long has it been since you talked with the Lord?
God is good and faithful!
Claudine
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