I understand that we should pray for forgiveness, pray for others (intercession), offer thanksgiving, and give praise and worship. First of all, have I forgotten anything, and secondly, is there an "order"?
2006-08-10 02:06:42 · 13 answers · asked by manatee lover 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Our Father,
Who art in heaven, - identifies to whom you are praying
Hallowed by Thy Name - praise His mighty Name
Thy Kingdom come - pray for the return of His kingdom on earth
Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven - pray for His will to happen here on earth
Forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us - forgive our sins as we are willing to forgive people who sin against us
Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil - keep us away from things/situations which are not good for us and save us from the power of the enemy
For Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory - we pray these things because we recognize the kingdom of heaven is His kingdom, He has all supreme power and all glory belongs to Him
Amen - literally means 'so be it'.
2006-08-10 02:22:38 · answer #1 · answered by Me in Canada eh 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The Bible doesn't neccessarily teach that things should be prayed in a certain order. Jesus taught the disciples to pray for certain things (in what is wrongly called "The Lord's prayer," since He never prayed for forgiveness), but it would be as wrong to use that for a strict framework for prayer as to pray that prayer word-for-word today (since His kingdom has already come, Acts 2). Other prayers which were accepted by God followed a different "order." Pray for those things, but don't worry about the order; if you remember something later, go ahead and put it in.
2006-08-10 09:13:51 · answer #2 · answered by flyersbiblepreacher 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are no hard and fast rules. I mean there's no right or wrong way or any order. But if you still want some guidance, use the Lord's prayer model. Begin with acknowledging Him as your Father who is in heaven. Glorify His name, seek His kingdom to come and that His will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Then place your requests - material, spiritual food, supplies. Ask for forgiveness - but there's a clause here. You should have forgiven those who sinned against you. And end by seeking His guidance in overcoming temptations and escape from all evil.
2006-08-10 09:15:41 · answer #3 · answered by Masnibor 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Father already knows what you have need of before you ask. Your life is also a prayer. Praying for others is nice though. I think everyone should pray as often as they like in the manner they like. You should have a respectful and loving attitude toward God or pray to get a respectful and loving attitude toward God. God is a God of Love and has no evil in his will.
2006-08-10 09:10:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
'What' I pray for is very important, it sets up my attitude for the day. It was suggested that I offer myself as a tool to be used by God to bring mercy and compassion to this world by my actions 'Today'. Also, I ask for guidance and directions on troublesome situations that I anticipate I will be in 'Today'. Trying to maintain a "how can I be helpful here?" attitude/prayer all day in every situation or interaction with others has proved to be an valuable suggestion in my life.
2006-08-10 09:19:55 · answer #5 · answered by rkalch 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I pray first forgiving anyone whom I think has sinned against me and ask for forgiveness for myself. (this way my prayer will be heard).
Second, I pray for our leaders. (Jesus said to pray for them). Then I pray other things.
This is how I do it in the morning. Later I pray as the Lord puts something on my heart.
2006-08-10 09:12:32 · answer #6 · answered by RB 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
There is no order, if you are doing the pray from your heart, for your self or for your family. If you want to do it, to become a Nan or Priest, then you have to follow the rules and regulations.
2006-08-10 09:14:16 · answer #7 · answered by dotab 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ru doing just for the hec of it pray the way u want but remember the prayers should b frm ur heart
2006-08-10 09:19:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pray the way Jesus taught. Not using the same words though.
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed by thy name......
2006-08-10 09:16:00 · answer #9 · answered by sunny 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you were in a car accident.
1. I am so sorry.
2. I hope I didnt hurt the other person, Please God let the insurance pay for this
3. Thank God we are still alive.
4. Praise God
2006-08-10 09:13:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋