Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies Lord, Teach Us to Pray
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Jul 23, 2025 Discover the profound significance of the Lord's Prayer as Jesus himself teaches us to pray, revealing its deep spiritual power. Explore the intimate relationship between believers and God, unpacking essential phrases to enrich your faith. Additionally, delve into the idea of spiritual struggle as a preparation for the Messiah, highlighting the importance of recognizing unseen challenges in our faith journeys. The discussion encourages a proactive approach to prayer for strength and resilience.
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Intimacy in Prayer: Addressing God as Father
- Begin prayer with 'Father' to emphasize intimacy with God, not just His power or sovereignty.
- Jesus invites us to share His unique sonship relationship with the Father in our prayers.
The Meaning of 'Hallowed Be Your Name'
- 'Hallowed be your name' means may we hold God's name as set apart, the highest good without competition.
- Recognizing God's unique goodness is foundational; if God is just one good among many, spiritual life is off balance.
Praying for God's Kingdom on Earth
- Praying 'Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven' seeks the ordering of earth like that of heaven.
- The kingdom means God's way of ordering things, embodying love, justice, and peace.
