God calls each of us to a life of gratitude, and a very important way we express our thanks to him is through prayer. For this reason, prayer is a vital part of our relationship with God. Jesus gave us a model prayer that can help us understand how God wants us to pray.
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Discussion Questions:
- Start by reading Matthew 6:9-13.
- How is prayer a part of your life currently? Have you ever wished that you prayed more each day?
- What is your experience with the Lord’s Prayer?
- Read Q&A 117 in the Heidelberg Catechism. This readings lists three characteristics of prayer that are pleasing to God. What are they?
- Do your prayers engage God in this way? If not, where do you need to make changes so that they do?
- Finish your time together by praying through the Lord’s Prayer. Leave space after each section to breathe and make the words your own.