Lent 2025 School of Prayer

Day 4: The Lord’s Prayer (Part 1: “Our Father”)

Bible verses: “So this is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, honor your name.’” — Matthew 6:9

Jesus showed His disciples how to pray by giving them what we now call the Lord’s Prayer. It’s a guide for how we should talk to God. The very first words, “Our Father,” show something very special: prayer is not just talking to a faraway god; it’s a conversation with a loving Father who knows us very well.

Jesus invites us into a connection based on trust, love, and safety by calling God “Father.” It’s important to remember that we are part of a bigger spiritual family because he doesn’t say “My Father,” but “Our Father.” Prayer not only links us to God, but it also links us to each other as Christians.

The next line, “hallowed be Your name,” tells us that prayer should start with praise and adoration. We acknowledge that God is holy, powerful, and good before we make our prayers. Worship changes the tone of our thoughts by making us think about how great God is instead of how great we are.

Thought: Do you talk to God like a loving father when you pray? How can you worship Him before you pray, focused on who He is instead of what you need?

Fasting & Giving: Give thanks to someone who has influenced your faith. Send a message or write a letter.