Introduction to chapter 6 He is teaching us to live consistently with what we say we believe: • An unseen eternal Kingdom of God our Home • A heavenly Father Who the center of our affections & Help “Father” appears 3x in 48vss of ch 5 (1 in 15 vss),12x in 34 vss of ch6 (1 in 3 vss) But we live as practical atheists in 2 basic ways: 1.Whose FAVOR we seek: v1-18 Egs: A. Giving (v2-4) B. Praying (v5-15) C. Fasting (v16-18) I. How NOT to pray ONE: Ostentatious prayer Prayer is about my image II. How TO pray ONE: Privately III.How NOT to pray TWO: Superstitious prayer Prayer is about my technique IV. How TO pray TWO: Here is a model: v9-13 Heart of prayer is remembering that God is your Father: v6, 8, 9
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Rev. Allen Harris
How to Pray Gospel of Matthew Columbia Presbyterian...
Allen Harris is leaving Columbia Presbyterian Church after 33 years of ministry this June, 2011, to do writing, consulting with churches, preaching and teaching. He is available for engagements. Contact him at allenhpilgrim@gmail.com . He and his wife, Kathie, will be living...
