Happy Tuesday — May 5, 2026
Scripture — Gospel of Matthew 6:9 (NIV)
“‘This, then, is how you should pray:
‘Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name.’”
Reflection:
When Jesus gave these words, He wasn’t just handing His disciples a prayer to recite—He was teaching them how to approach God.
He begins with “Our Father.”
Not distant ruler.
Not reluctant listener.
Father.
That one word changes everything.
It speaks of access.
Relationship.
Belonging.
Security.
And then—“hallowed be your name.”
Before requests…
Before needs…
Before daily bread, forgiveness, or direction…
Jesus starts with worship.
He reminds us that prayer is not first about bringing God into our agenda—it’s about bringing our hearts into alignment with His.
When life feels noisy, pressured, or uncertain, this verse calls us back to something simple:
Remember who you’re speaking to…
and remember who He is.
Prayer:
Father in heaven, thank You that through Christ I can come to You not as a stranger, but as Your child. Teach me to pray with reverence, trust, and honesty. Before I rush into my needs, help me pause and honor Your name. Align my heart with Your will, steady my thoughts, and remind me that true peace begins in Your presence. Amen.