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May 20

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  John-Stapleton added a text contribution Prayer

  ALL OF THIS BIBLE PASSAGE WAS JESUS’ WORDS. THERE ARE DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE LORD’S PRAYER. THE FIRST THAT SAYS, “Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your... Read more »

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Apr 30

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  JC-Ryle added a text contribution Matthew 6:1-8

  In this part of the sermon on the mount the Lord Jesus gives us instruction on two subjects. One is that of giving alms. The other is that of prayer. Both were subjects to which the Jews attached grea... Read more »

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Mar 2

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  andrewmatthew added a text contribution Pray in Stillness and Silence

  The verses of Matthew 6:5-15 contains the essence of our personal prayer with the Lord. It is about praying in private, silence, stillness and isolation. Our call to act as Disciples of Christ is capt... Read more »

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Jan 15

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  tylerjagen added a text contribution Mattjew 6:1-6 Motivation

  Jesus seems to be getting at motivation. What is your motivation behind your righteousness, giving, praying? That is the sheer beauty of the sermon on the mount and Jesus' ministry. Who gives a rip ... Read more »

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Jan 6

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  bocajrfan added a link contribution Matthew 6:5-15

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  Prayer is a difficult subject to address because most Christians believe it is very fundamental to the Christian life, but most people (including myself) don't practice it like they should. Jesus thou... Read more »

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  faithtools added a text contribution Restaurant Prayers

  This is why I have trouble with praying in restaurants before a meal. It's not that I am ungrateful, it's just that I feel like I am praying so that others can see me do it. It seems fake. I'm sure th... Read more »

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  chrislewis2995 added a text contribution What do you think?

  That's the cautionary tale for most of this chapter. There is one opinion that matters. Period. Most of us live for the opinion of the masses and hope that we can squeak by God's standard. Some show... Read more »

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Dec 26

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  upwardjourney added a link contribution Private Prayer

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  As we find our “prayer closet” we move away from distractions and the desire to impress others around us. We must let down our guard and reveal the hidden areas of our life. Alone we are able to fac... Read more »

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Jun 12

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  joannekeystone added a text contribution Eat This Book, Fresh

  We need consistency and regular exposure to the Bible just like we need food regularly. Read more »

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May 31

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  mattames added a text contribution It's Not About Us

  The first 24 verses of Matthew 6 walk us through what we should not to do to make living a life of faith about ourselves. Several deeds and acts of worship are discussed, such as giving, praying, fast... Read more »

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May 23

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  daily_devotions added a link contribution Rewards on Earth

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  We may give generously to the needy, but if we do that just to receive praise from others then we weren't really acting to be generous, we were acting to be seen as a better person. Read more »

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Apr 28

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  jaysten added a text contribution Through the Mirror

  While I was in College, I took sociology. In the class we studied a principle called something to the tune of "The Double Mirror Theory" (I can't remember exactly) The theory is an illustration of h... Read more »

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  justindean added a text contribution Jesus, the prayer warrior

  Matthew 6 Prayer Jesus teaches us to pray. In this scripture Jesus is more concerned with where we pray than what we pray! He say’s don’t go pray on the street corners where everyone will see you. ... Read more »

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Apr 22

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  rightfromtheheart added a link contribution Do you need Prayer?

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  Right From The Knees is a community of God-loving, prayer-believing folks who really care about your needs. Take a moment and share your request with us, and then be encouraged when you start getting ... Read more »

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Nov 12

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  charlescameron added a text contribution Matthew 5:1-7:29

  5:1-2 Here, we have the introduction to ‘the Sermon on the Mount’ (chs. 5-7). Reference is made to both ‘the disciples’ and ‘the crowds’. The disciples are taught with a view to becoming teachers of t... Read more »

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