Matthew 6 On Prayer

Since a very young age and before I profess faith in Jesus Christ, I have always been fascinated by how much is said in the Lord's Prayer. It is no wonder that the Reformed Catechisms extend so much space to tackle its messages. There really is so much to learn about God and humanity in the Lord's Prayer.

As I read the whole of Matthew Chapter 6, I see that Jesus taught a whole chapter on prayer. Below is a brief outline to recap the chapter:

1-4 Do your giving to the needy (prayer) in secret

5-6 Go into your room to pray (for the needy??) - to rip your reward from heaven

7-8 Safe the empty yet verbose phrases; your father already know before you ask

9-13 Pray like this (the Body of the Lord's Prayer)

14-15 Special Comment on the mandate to forgive others

16-18 Perform your fasting (and prayer) unto the Lord [in secret again]

19-24 What to pray for: Earthly treasures or Heavenly treasures

25-34 What to seek first when you are anxiety free in your Father’s care

I'd like to use the next few days to work out a clearer understanding for my own benefit. You are invited to follow along. May the Lord bless the time spent.

Topmost of all, may our prayers indeed hallow our Heavenly Father's name. AMEN