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Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he had finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples." Luke 11:1
What a great prayer to pray, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Jesus gave this disciple the “Our Father” prayer. Saint Andre Bessette said, “When you say the Our Father, God’s ear is next to your lips.” Saint Teresa of Ávila said, “A single word of the Our Father said from the heart accomplishes more than repeated prayers.” Saint Thérèse of Lisieux said the “Our Father” prayer was one she prayed when she couldn’t think of anything worthwhile.
Each Christian sees the Father as their Father, approaching Him with the confidence of a child. A child with a loving parent isn’t afraid. They trust their parent’s love, even when they sin. This must be our starting point for prayer. We must understand that God loves us no matter what. With this understanding, we have the confidence to call on Him.
Many of us are familiar with the Lord’s Prayer, which can lead to rote prayer. We may fail to fully comprehend and mean the words, offering them with confidence.
How do you pray the Lord’s Prayer? Do you pray it habitually, without understanding its meaning? Most likely, this is the case for many.
Reflect on this holy prayer given by the Son of God. He authored it, so we should use it as our foundation. Follow Saint Teresa of Ávila’s advice: take each word slowly, intentionally, and with love. Begin by acknowledging God as your Father, pondering His infinite care. See Him in a real, intimate, and personal way. This prayer begins with acknowledgment of God and seven perfect petitions. Meditate on one of the petitions to transform your soul.
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
https://catholic-daily-reflections.com/2024/10/08/the-perfect-prayer-3/
What a great prayer to pray, “Lord, teach us to pray.” Jesus gave this disciple the “Our Father” prayer. Saint Andre Bessette said, “When you say the Our Father, God’s ear is next to your lips.” Saint Teresa of Ávila said, “A single word of the Our Father said from the heart accomplishes more than repeated prayers.” Saint Thérèse of Lisieux said the “Our Father” prayer was one she prayed when she couldn’t think of anything worthwhile.
Each Christian sees the Father as their Father, approaching Him with the confidence of a child. A child with a loving parent isn’t afraid. They trust their parent’s love, even when they sin. This must be our starting point for prayer. We must understand that God loves us no matter what. With this understanding, we have the confidence to call on Him.
Many of us are familiar with the Lord’s Prayer, which can lead to rote prayer. We may fail to fully comprehend and mean the words, offering them with confidence.
How do you pray the Lord’s Prayer? Do you pray it habitually, without understanding its meaning? Most likely, this is the case for many.
Reflect on this holy prayer given by the Son of God. He authored it, so we should use it as our foundation. Follow Saint Teresa of Ávila’s advice: take each word slowly, intentionally, and with love. Begin by acknowledging God as your Father, pondering His infinite care. See Him in a real, intimate, and personal way. This prayer begins with acknowledgment of God and seven perfect petitions. Meditate on one of the petitions to transform your soul.
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
https://catholic-daily-reflections.com/2024/10/08/the-perfect-prayer-3/