Join us for an enlightening and reflective class dedicated to the profound richness of the Lord's Prayer. This course offers a deep dive into each line of this foundational prayer, exploring its historical, theological, and practical significance. The beauty of this class is all learning videos have been pre-recorded and can be done on your schedule.
Course Highlights:
Introduction to the Lord’s Prayer: Begin with an overview of the Lord’s Prayer’s origins and its role in Christian tradition. Understand the context in which Jesus taught this prayer and its importance in daily spiritual practice.
Line-by-Line Analysis:
“Our Father who art in heaven”: Explore the concept of God as a loving parent and the implications of addressing the divine in such an intimate and relational way. Discuss the significance of “heaven” and its implications for understanding God’s nature.
“Hallowed be Thy name”: Delve into the meaning of reverence and sanctity in relation to God’s name. Examine how this line sets the tone for the prayer’s reverence and respect.
“Thy kingdom come”: Investigate the vision of God’s kingdom on earth, and what it means for believers to seek and anticipate this divine reign in their lives and communities.
“Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven”: Reflect on the alignment of personal will with divine will, and the call to manifest God’s purposes on earth.
“Give us this day our daily bread”: Consider the significance of daily provision and the broader implications of asking for sustenance and provision in our lives.
“And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors”: Examine the relationship between divine forgiveness and human forgiveness, exploring themes of grace, reconciliation, and ethical living.
“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil”: Discuss the nature of temptation, the need for divine guidance, and the request for deliverance from harm.
“For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever”: Conclude with a look at the doxology that concludes the prayer, reflecting on God’s eternal sovereignty, power, and glory.
This class is designed for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this foundational Christian prayer, whether you are a long-time believer or new to the faith. Through thoughtful exploration and study.
Weekly teaching will be based on the new book Living Out the Lord's Prayer, Line by Line found on Amazon.
