Mystery of prayer

• Matthew 6:5 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:6 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:7 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:8 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:9 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:10 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:11 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:12 (NIV84)
• Matthew 6:13 (NIV84)

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Jesus speaks so clearly on the pattern for prayer-private, specific (short?), expectant. So interesting that He affirms God's knowledge of our needs (v.8) BEFORE we ask. Why then do we pray? To demonstrate our utter dependence on Him.

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