Today’s Scripture: He said to them, “When you pray, say: “‘Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come. Matthew 11:2 NIV
When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, He said to them “When you pray”. Those words are odd to me. The disciples faced times of not praying just like us. We must not forget or get too distracted to pray. We have the option and direction for prayer.
As I knelt before God this morning, Jesus’ words came to me and I knew there were instructions for being at this very place. I am praying; here I am.
Jesus’ instructions to the disciples are the same to us today. Matthew 6:6 we are given further instruction: “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” (NIV)
Our Father will teach us and reward us, are we praying? How do you pray and when do you pray? What rewards have you received?
Today’s Prayer: Heavenly Father, how great is Your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven today. Give me today’s bread. Forgive me for my trespasses and for the times I do not pray. Lead me not into temptation today and deliver me from evil. I am praying LORD, have me pray as You desire. Amen
Tom Raines Jr,
Affirmations of God
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