The Lord’s Prayer

Aspects of the Lord’s Prayer

A recognition of God as Father and Lord

Matthew 6:9 NKJV

In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.

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A desire for God’s perfect will to be done

Matthew 6:10 NKJV

Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.

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Asking for physical provision

Matthew 6:11 NKJV

Give us this day our daily bread.

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Asking for forgiveness

Matthew 6:12 NKJV

And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors.

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Asking for spiritual protection

Matthew 6:13 NKJV

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.

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The doxology

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