Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times ST38: Praying "Our Father in Heaven..." (Slow Prayer)
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Feb 14, 2024 Explore the significance of addressing God as 'Our Father' and its communal implications in faith. Discover how Jesus presents God as a nurturing figure, contrasting with ancient views. Delve into the nuances of prayer, understanding heaven not as a distant realm but as God's active reign. Reflect on the deep yearning for divine connection amid suffering, inspired by the strength of faith in American slaves. Finally, honor the reverence due to God's name, emphasizing integrity and divine holiness in everyday life.
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Importance of "Our Father"
- Jesus's use of "Our Father" emphasizes God's intimacy and accessibility.
- It also reminds us that we approach God as a community, not as individuals.
Donald Miller's Discomfort
- A.J. Swoboda recounts reading Donald Miller's discomfort with "Father God" due to a strained relationship with his own father.
- This highlights how the image of God as Father can be both uncomfortable and healing.
God as Father
- Unlike Greco-Roman gods, Jesus uses titles for God, not specific names.
- This suggests that God's role as a caring parent is paramount.