6 But you, when YOU PRAY, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. 7 And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words. 8 “Therefore do not be like them. For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him. 9 In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.10 Your kingdom come.Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. 13 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.14 “For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Matthew 6:6-15
Q & A：
- Are you familiar with the Lord’s Prayer? Do you find it challenging to memorize? What does the Lord’s Prayer mean to you? Do you consider prayer as a reverential, casual, and candid conversation with God? （Matt 6:6-14）
- How do you comprehend the idea of having a loving Father in heaven? Share an image of the Father in your mind. Does picturing the Father help you in any way in your understanding of prayers? What specific experiences have made you feel the acceptance and love of Jesus? （John 14:7-11；John 1:12；Gal 4:6）
- What are some reasons for you to practice prayer? To what extent is the outcome and purpose of prayer important? Share your reasons for living for God’s purpose and glory. （Heb 11:6；Matt 6:9-11）
Summary：
This week’s sermon emphasizes the importance of Christians using the Lord’s Prayer as a guide to prayer. The sermon highlights that through prayer, we can develop a close relationship with God that is not for our own purposes but helps us align ourselves with God’s purpose and His glory. When we practice this, our source of strength for our life and work becomes true faith in God within us. The Lord’s Prayer helps us to clearly recognize the pattern of Jesus’ prayer to the Father. The sermon encourages us to use the Scriptures to pray and establish communion with God.