“Prayer: Its Components – The Preface” Matthew 6:5-9a (Matthew 6:5-15)
Introduction
· Two Corruptions of Prayer (6:5-8) o Vain-glory (Luke 18:11) o Vain-repetition (1 Kings 18:26)
The Lord’s Prayer – 3 Parts (vs. 9-13; Luke 22:39-46; Matthew 14:30):
A. The Preface – 2 Thoughts (v. 9a)
1. Our Father – God’s Goodness Acknowledged
o As to His essence (Everlasting Father - Isaiah 9:6) – with respect to Creation (Luke 3:38; Acts 17:28; John 1:3; Genesis 1:2); more so, with respect to Redemption (Romans 8:15; Galatians 4:6; Isaiah 63:16; Romans 5:10; 8:15-16; 1 Peter 1:17-12; Romans 8:32; Matthew 7:11)
2. In Heaven (“Which Art in Heaven”) – God’s Power Expressed
B. Six Petitions
C. The Conclusion of the Praying – Closing & Amen
Conclusion and Application
· Our Confidence Rests in God’s Goodness through Jesus Christ, Knowing that We Will be Kept and Preserved Safe until the Day of Redemption (Romans 8:15; Ephesians 1:14)
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