We pray to lose our self-centered pride when we pray, "hallowed be thy name."We pray to lose our self-centeredness when we pray, "thy kingdom come."
We pray to lose our wills when we pray,
"thy will be done."
We pray to lose our self-sufficiency when we pray, "give us our daily bread."
We pray to lose our sins when we pray,
"forgive us our sins."
We pray to lose our grudges and pains when we pray, "as we forgive others."
We pray to lose our temptations when we pray,
"lead us not into temptation."
We pray to lose the evil in our lives when we pray, "deliver us from evil."
Father Dave Ruppert
May we pray the Our Father well today and may that prayer cause us to lose.
The Our Father--that is one powerful prayer! I had never heard this most wonderful analysis before. T Y, Micki, for the great lesson! And the great depiction of our God!
ReplyDeleteGreat perspective, it really drives home the virtues of humility and trust in God.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful! I've posted this reflection.
ReplyDeleteMary Lou - A lesson that was shared during a homily...I loved it too. TY
ReplyDeleteAnne - I guess that's why He taught us the prayer huh? TY
Alexandra - Hope your viewers enjoy and are inspired also. Thanks
Jackie - Your welcome. Hope all is well by you.