Jesus’ Pattern for Prayer (Part 1)
Text: Matthew 6:5-15
Main Idea: Prayer isn’t an attempt to manipulate God, but to affirm his majesty and to express our humble dependence in his Fatherly care.
Sermon Outline:
I. The Wrong Way to Pray (Matthew 6:5–8)
A. Trying to Impress Others (Matthew 6:5–6)
B. Trusting in Our Methods (Matthew 6:7–8)
II. The Right Way to Pray (Matthew 5:9–10)
A. God’s Glory
1. Hallowed be Your Name
2. Your Kingdom Come
3. Your Will be Done