HOW DO I TALK WITH MY FATHER IN HEAVEN? It is a wonderful privilege that we can talk with the Lord of all heaven and earth at any time of the day or night. And we can discuss any subject with Him. We dont need to use formal written prayers -- although if these are more comfortable for us, thats all right. One day Jesus disciples asked Him a key question: Can You teach us how to pray? They had observed how much time Jesus spent quietly talking with His heavenly Father. The prayer He suggested is a model for us: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be (holy is) Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen (Matthew 6:9-13). This prayer is so helpful because it reverently establishes our focus on our heavenly Father, petitions His intervention in earthly matters, brings before Him our needs for provision, forgiveness and protection, and ends by glorifying Him and His great power.But this prayer cannot be made as definite set of prayer and repeat everyday.We should remember that our prayer is not a monologue but dialogue.Conversation between our heavenly Father and we.There is no fix time or place for our prayer.Early morning is preferred and before going to bed. Here is the key: Talk to Jesus as your best Friend. Begin by thanking and praising Him for His great love for you. Then tell Him your concerns. You can tell Him anything and everything. He already knows so dont worry about shocking Him. When you know you have disappointed Him, instead of distancing yourself, come immediately to Him and ask for forgiveness. Then take His hand and go on with Him. In prayer you can experience the joy of His comforting arms around you. In response to your prayers, He will forgive, encourage, strengthen and bring clarity to problems. And He will give you His amazing peace.
Posted on: Mon, 25 Aug 2014 04:48:43 +0000
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