Lord's Prayer
The Lord's Prayer, found in Matthew 6:9-13 and Luke 11:2-4, serves as a model for prayer that emphasizes the relationship between believers and God. It begins with an address to "Our Father in heaven," illustrating the intimacy and reverence that should characterize one's approach to God. The prayer encompasses several key themes: the sanctity of God's name ("hallowed be thy name"), the establishment of His kingdom ("thy kingdom come"), and the fulfillment of His will ("thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven"). These elements collectively affirm the sovereignty of God and the believer's desire for His divine purpose to manifest in the world.Additionally, the Lord's Prayer addresses human needs and relationships, asking for daily sustenance ("give us this day our daily bread"), forgiveness of sins ("forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors"), and protection from temptation and evil ("lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil"). This comprehensive prayer encapsulates both a personal plea for help and a communal call for righteousness, highlighting the importance of forgiveness and reliance on God. Through this prayer, Jesus teaches His followers to prioritize spiritual matters and to seek a life aligned with God's will, thereby fostering a deeper understanding of faith and dependence on divine grace.
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The Lord's Prayer
By William MacDonald1.3K34:07In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of Christians not being of the world. He highlights the negative state of the world and how believers have been delivered from it through the death of Christ. The preacher also emphasizes that while Christians are in the world, they should be a testimony for Christ and make a difference in the lives of others. He shares a powerful testimony of a man whose life was transformed by Christ and how his wheelchair became a platform to speak of Christ. The preacher concludes by highlighting the glory of God in the transformed lives of those who have trusted in Jesus.
The Lord's Prayer
By Leonard Ravenhill2.2K1:12:30JHN 15:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob crossing the Brook Jabbaq and his encounter with God. Jacob leaves behind his family and faces a rushing torrent to seek a relationship with the Lord. The preacher emphasizes the importance of meditation and waiting on God to renew our strength. He also calls for spiritual awakening in the church and prays for God's intervention to drive out any spiritual opposition. The sermon concludes with a reference to Jesus as the true vine and a plea for God to cleanse and revive the church.
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By Jim Cymbala1.3K22:57MAT 5:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and greatness of God as the creator of the universe. He encourages the audience to bring their problems and needs to God, who is their loving father. The speaker also discusses the importance of finding a balance between spending time with people and spending time alone with God. He references the story of Jesus teaching his disciples to pray and highlights the role of God as a provider and protector in our lives. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of being a light in the world and not withdrawing from society.
The Lord’s Prayer — Our Daily Bread
By Hans R. Waldvogel1.1K30:16PSA 119:11JER 15:16MAT 6:11JHN 1:1JHN 6:632TI 3:161PE 2:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the word of God and its power to transform lives. He highlights the need to seek God's will and pray for His kingdom to come on earth. The preacher also discusses the blessing of spending time with God through reading and meditating on His word. He contrasts those who have intellectual knowledge of the Bible but lack spiritual life with those who have encountered the Holy Spirit and have a deep understanding of God's glory through Jesus Christ.
The Lord's Prayer
By Clayton Dougan1.5K35:23MAT 6:9Clayton Dougan emphasizes the relational aspect of prayer as taught in the Lord's Prayer, particularly focusing on the phrase 'Our Father who is in heaven.' He explains that this relationship signifies belonging to a family of believers and highlights the importance of reverence, reliance, repentance, and reconciliation in our prayers. Dougan encourages the congregation to understand God as a loving Father who desires a personal relationship with each of us, offering guidance, discipline, and comfort. He stresses that knowing God as our Father transforms our lives and empowers us to live in accordance with His will.
(Luke) 31 - the Lord's Prayer
By Ed Miller1.5K39:57MAT 6:33LUK 11:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the topic of prayer in Luke chapter 11. He begins by acknowledging that familiarity with the Lord's prayer can sometimes cause people to dismiss its importance. However, he encourages the audience to look beyond their familiarity and understand the essence and heart of prayer. The sermon then delves into the first four verses of Luke chapter 11, which include the Lord's prayer and two parables about a friend and a father. The speaker explains that these verses reveal the core of prayer and its significance in relation to Satan, God, the world, and individuals.