The disciples were aware that when Jesus prayed, things happened. He was tapping into the power of His Heavenly Father and then releasing that on earth. So one day they asked Him, "Lord, teach us to pray" (Matt. 6:8). Jesus responded with the guidance stated below, which we have laid out as a pattern which you can pray, and journal your responses to each section of the Lord's prayer.
Pray, then, in this way…
The pattern given by Jesus in Matthew 6:9-13 |
You pray, stating specifics and recording them as you desire… |
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Our Father who is in heaven |
Establish relational mode - Father, I lift up my eyes to You |
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Hallowed be Your name. |
Worship: I declare Your glory, Your goodness, your majesty |
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Your kingdom come. Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. |
I see you ruling from heaven, and I command that rule be carried out on earth now… |
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Give us this day our daily bread. |
Lord, I ask for and believe You to meet my needs today… |
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And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. |
I forgive ALL who have wounded me (be specific) Forgive me for harboring anger and resentment |
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And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil. |
Guide my steps and deliver me from… |
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For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
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I thank You that You are easily accomplishing all these things… |
- Click here for a downloadable, writeable worksheet that contains the above Lord's prayer
- The Treasure Chest – Spirit-Led Prayer Organizer: Devotionals to Meet Your Specific Needs
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