The Lord’s Prayer-Unpacking It

After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.Matthew 6:9-13 KJV Bible Gateway

If you have been in a Protestant church any time at all  you more than likely are familiar with the Lord’s Prayer and can probably recite it in your sleep. My friends of other faiths will have to let me know if it is in your services. Do you just say it or do you think about what you are saying? 

Becky translation is as follows- Oh Father daddy, your name is great. Hurry up and bring Heaven, and help me to do what you prefer I do while I am still on Earth. Give me the food I need but not more than I need. I forgive those who hurt me and help me not stray into the path of things that lead me away from you like drunken parties, x rated movies, pornography and so forth. Keep me away from Satan’s clutches. Your kingdom is the best and the greatest and always will be. Amen. I would love to see a children’s Bible version of this famous prayer. 

When you pray it is simply just talking to God but if you have never been taught just relax and say the Lord’s Prayer for starters. More on prayer in future devotions. Have a blessed day. 

PRAYER: I am glad I can pray and don’t just want til I have problems. Guide those who may be unfamiliar with opening up to relax and just share with God what is on their hearts. In Jesus’ name. Amen.