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Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 08/11/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Discusses The Nature of Thought/The Importance of The Gospel/ A Caller Discusses His Life Experiences/ A Question About Continued Faith and Prayer/ Matthew 1:21—What is this About?/ Witnessing Tips to a Roman Catholic/ Can Women be Verbally and/or Physically Abusive?/ Morality and Communism in America/Matt Reads From The Manifesto/ August 11, 2026

Are you using every method available to spread the gospel? In this devotion from Words From The Word, Pastor Roderick Webster opens Matthew 28 and Mark 16 from the KJV to remind us that God's command to go into all the world has never changed — but the methods we use have expanded far beyond anything the early church could have imagined.You might be asking: Does God only use preachers and missionaries to spread the gospel? What if I am unable to travel or go in person? Can something as simple as a text message or a phone call really be part of God's plan? Am I fulfilling my responsibility as a believer?In this devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster walks through three practical, Bible-rooted methods every Christian can use right where they are:- Prayer — asking God to send laborers into the harvest (Matthew 9:36-38)- Giving — supporting the spread of the gospel according to your ability (Acts 11:27-30)- Going — being willing and available when God callsThis is part of the ongoing series on God's plan to evangelize the world. Whether you are bedridden, busy, or halfway around the world, there is a method for you.If this devotion encouraged you, please like, leave a comment, share it with a friend, and subscribe so you never miss a message.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

Summer on the Mount: The Power of Prayer (Matthew 7:7-12) | Pastor John Ware by Lifehouse

Hosts Steve and Lisa Cuss address listener questions about navigating judgmental believers, generational anger, and caregiving burnout. They encourage listeners to define their own positions without trying to change others, explore emotions beneath anger, and build connections through small, consistent moments. Steve and Lisa  also revisit recent guests Matt Smallbone and Jenny Brown to offer insights on relating to strong personalities, praying the Lord's Prayer intentionally, and recognizing unhealthy family patterns.  Episode Resources: Matt Smallbone's The Prayer Experiment: How Praying Like Jesus Realigns Everything - Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, and Our Posture Toward God and the World Jenny Brown's The Parenting Paradox: Loving Our Children by Giving Them Space to Grow Explore the Enneagram Brad Gray & Brad Nelson's Bringing Heaven Here: How The Lord's Prayer Can Change Your Life and Our World  Brad Gray: The Lord's Prayer (documentary) What is the Anger Iceberg Scripture Referenced: The Lord's Prayer: Matthew 6:9–13 (ESV) Read Matthew 7:3–5 ESV More From Matt Smallbone: Matt Smallbone's website Church of the City Downtown teaching podcast More From Jenny Brown: Jenny Brown's Website Jenny Brown's Author Page Jenny Brown's Growing Yourself Up: How to bring your best to all of life's relationships Parent Hope Project Parent Hope Podcast Family Systems Institute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this sermon, Pastor Blake Burrough takes us through Matthew 6:9-13 and invites us to see the Lord's Prayer with fresh eyes, not as a formula, but as an invitation to draw near to Jesus and know the Father more deeply. We explore the questions and doubts we carry about prayer and discover that Jesus meets us there, teaching us to trust God, depend on Him for our daily needs, and extend the forgiveness we have received through Christ. Prayer is not a performance or last resort, but a way of living in close relationship with Jesus and participating in the life of His Kingdom.

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THE LORD'S PRAYER GETS  1. Me in on God's World (vv. 9–10)  2. God in on my World (vv. 11–13)  3. Me Settled in God's Power (1 Chron. 29:11)  Q41. WHAT IS THE LORD'S PRAYER?  A: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.  Your kingdom come, Your will be done,  on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread.  Forgive us our debts  As we forgive those indebted to us.  And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.  For yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, both now and forever. AMEN.   

Summer On the Mount: The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:5-15) | Pastor Patrick Grach - Lifehouse Hagerstown by Lifehouse

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Send us Fan MailWhat is Jesus really teaching about fasting in Matthew 6:16–18? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus does not reject fasting. He rescues it from performance.In this video, we explore Matthew 6:16–18 in context by looking at fasting, hidden devotion, appetite, the Father who sees in secret, spiritual performance, Isaiah 58, and the deeper hunger beneath the body's hunger. This is a deeper look at how fasting is not meant to make us impressive, but honest — not a stage for spiritual image, but a way of bringing our real hunger before God. We also talk about why fasting is not hatred of the body, why it is not punishment, how it can expose the things that quietly master us, and why Jesus tells his disciples to wash their faces instead of turning devotion into theater. At its best, fasting becomes the body joining the soul in prayer. It becomes hunger turned toward the Father. This passage is not just about giving something up. It is about learning to let God meet us in the place where we usually reach for something else. Support the show  If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com  One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

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In this episode of Being Human with Steve Cuss, Steve welcomes fellow Australian Matt Smallbone, a Nashville pastor and author of The Prayer Experiment. Matt shares how he overcame personal struggles with prayer—including a period of spiritual distance following a miscarriage—by committing to pray the Lord's Prayer multiple times daily. He explains it as a framework for reorienting from reactivity to connection with God. The conversation also explores family-of-origin dynamics, including the assets and liabilities of growing up in a pastor's household. Episode Resources: Matt Smallbone's The Prayer Experiment: How Praying Like Jesus Realigns Everything - Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, and Our Posture Toward God and the World Dallas Willard's Teaching on Prayer Doctor Daniel Amen's Social Media Insights Church of the City: Downtown Nashville The Lord's Prayer: Matthew 6:9–13 (ESV) Jon Tyson's sermon: Teach Us To Pray: Pray What You've Got More From Matt Smallbone: Matt Smallbone's website Church of the City Downtown teaching podcast Sign up for Steve's Newsletter & Podcast Reminders Capable Life Newsletter Get the Assets & Liabilities pdf and the Life Giving List Join Steve at an Upcoming Intensive Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailWhat is Jesus really teaching in Matthew 6:5–13? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus does not just teach us how to pray. He teaches us who we are praying to, why we pray, and what prayer becomes when it is no longer about performance.In this video, we explore Matthew 6:5–13 in context by looking at prayer in secret, the Father who sees, empty repetition, the Lord's Prayer, God's name, God's kingdom, daily bread, forgiveness, temptation, and deliverance from evil. This is a deeper look at how Jesus moves prayer out of religious theater and back into relationship — not a show for others, not a technique to control God, but a child turning toward the Father. We also talk about why Jesus warns against prayer as performance, why he warns against anxious babbling, what it means to pray “Our Father in heaven,” and how the Lord's Prayer gathers together heaven and earth, holiness and hunger, forgiveness and weakness, trust and surrender. Prayer is not about informing God of what he does not know. It is about being formed in the presence of the God who already knows what we need. This passage is not just about prayer words. It is about learning to live before the Father. Support the show  If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com  One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Prayer | Matthew by Christ Covenant

June 13, 2026

When Jesus taught the disciples to pray He gave us a way to align our hearts with His. Join us this Sunday as we practice praying together. You can do this on your own or with a group.

This week we commence a new sermon series looking at the Lord's Prayer. Prayer is the distinct privilege and joy of the Christian, yet it is so often neglected. We hope this series encourages us and equips us to pray.

The Devil's Actors & The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:1-15) by Faith Family Church Oak Grove

Answered prayer isn't about getting everything you want—it's about aligning your belief, your heart, and your requests with God's will. When we truly trust Him, come through Jesus, and pray for what He already desires—salvation and transformation—prayer shifts from wishful asking to powerful partnership with God.

Teach Us To Pray — “Father In Heaven” Introduction: Why We Need to Learn to Pray Coleton begins with a simple but relatable picture: his son Teddy not enjoying golf because he doesn't know how to play. “I'd enjoy it more if I knew how to hit it.” That insight becomes the doorway into the entire series—many people don't enjoy prayer because they don't know how to do it. The goal of this teaching is not just to inform people about prayer, but to help them experience joy in it. Coleton introduces the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13) as the foundation—a short, 31-word prayer in its original language, yet deep enough to shape a lifetime of communion with God. Key Quote: “The Lord's prayer is simple enough to be memorized by small children and yet profound enough to sustain a whole lifetime of prayer.” — Justin Welby Coleton explains that this prayer is both: A pattern (Matthew: “pray like this”) A prayer to be repeated (Luke 11:2: “when you pray, say…”) Key Quote: “We can either use each phrase as a handrail… or pray exactly these words thoughtfully.” — Frederick Dale Bruner This series will walk through the prayer line by line, beginning with the first phrase: “Our Father in heaven.” 1. Remember Who You're Talking To (Matthew 6:9) Coleton emphasizes that Jesus begins prayer by reshaping our understanding of God. Before anything else, we must remember: we are speaking to a Father. A Radical Shift in Prayer Jesus adapts a traditional Jewish prayer (the Kaddish), which begins by magnifying God's name—but instead of starting there, Jesus begins with relationship: Father. This is intentional. Jesus is not removing God's holiness—He is making Him personally accessible. Key Quote: “Pray to God more intimately than you think you're allowed.” — Tyler Staton The word Abba reflects deep closeness—not childish, but deeply personal. Coleton illustrates this with his son calling him “pop-pop”—a name that reflects relationship, not just title. Why This Matters How we perceive God determines how we pray: If we think He's angry → we become guarded If we think He's disappointed → we withdraw If we think He's distant → we disengage Key Quote: “Most people's biggest problem with prayer is God Himself… scowling, perpetually disapproving…” — Pete Greig Jesus corrects this: you are approaching the safest, most loving presence you've ever known. If we don't start here, we won't pray freely, consistently, or joyfully. 2. Because He is Father — It Shapes How We Talk to God Coleton addresses a common barrier: “I don't know what to say.” Through a deeply personal story about his son's speech delay, he reveals a powerful truth: a father doesn't care how polished the words are—he just wants to hear his child's voice. That becomes the central image Jesus wants us to carry into prayer. Freedom Over Formula While tools like A.C.T.S. or P.R.A.Y. can help, Coleton warns against turning prayer into a rigid system. We don't talk to people we love using formulas—so why would we do that with God? Prayer is meant to be: Natural Relational Honest Free You can: Talk about your day Share your highs and lows Express frustration or confusion Sit in silence Even biblical examples support this: The Psalms are full of raw emotion Job questions and wrestles with God Coleton makes a key distinction: Complaining to God is prayer Complaining about God is grumbling God desires the first. 3. Because He is Father — It Shapes What We Expect from God Coleton then shifts from how we speak to what we expect. Expectation #1: We Should Expect More Scripture: “How much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” — Matthew 7:9–11 Jesus teaches that God's generosity surpasses even the best human parents. Coleton challenges a common hesitation: feeling guilty for asking God for things. Many people hold back because they think their needs are too small or too selfish. But a loving father doesn't shame his child for asking. He shares a powerful story of rock climbing with his dad—choosing independence over accepting help. Instead of pride, it brought hurt. Why? Because relationship invites dependence. Key Quote: “Jesus is trying to bring us… to the Father with hands out.” — C.H. Dodd Not asking isn't humility—it can actually be distance. Expectation #2: We Should Expect “No” A good Father doesn't give everything His children ask for. God's “no” is not rejection—it is protection and love. He sees what we don't He knows what will harm or shape us He gives both yes and no as gifts Coleton reminds us: don't let unanswered prayers convince you God doesn't care. Sometimes His refusal is His deeper kindness. 4. Practicing Prayer as Children of the Father Coleton ends with practical application: What does it actually look like to pray this way? You can: Pray the Lord's Prayer word-for-word Or use it as a starting point But most importantly, relate to God as a Father. Practical Ways to Pray Talk to Him about your day (even though He already knows) Share what you're thinking and feeling Bring your worries and desires Celebrate what's good and process what's hard Sit quietly with Him Even fall asleep while talking to Him Coleton uses the image of his son talking as he falls asleep—what some might feel is “bad prayer,” a father sees as a gift. That's how God sees you. Key Quote: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” — A.W. Tozer If we see Him as Father, we will move toward Him—not away. Conclusion Coleton brings the message full circle: prayer begins not with technique, but with identity and relationship. When Jesus teaches us to pray “Our Father,” He is inviting us into: Freedom instead of fear Relationship instead of ritual Trust instead of hesitation God is not waiting for perfect prayers—He is waiting for His children. Discipleship Group Questions When you think about God, what is your immediate emotional response—and how does that affect your prayer life? Why do you think Jesus chose to begin prayer with “Father” instead of focusing first on God's holiness or power? What tends to hold you back from praying honestly and freely with God? Which is harder for you to accept: that God wants to give you more, or that He lovingly says “no”? Why? What is one practical way you can begin relating to God more like a Father this week? Culture of Gospel Share this with someone in your life who doesn't know Jesus What if God isn't distant or disappointed in you—but actually wants a real relationship with you like a loving Father who enjoys hearing your voice? Jesus teaches that prayer isn't about getting it right—it's about coming home to Someone who already wants you.

Associate Pastor Dave Morely continues the mini series Pray and delivers a message from Matthew 6:9-13. Listen in as he shares with us the mystery and majesty of prayer.

Learning to Pray Introduction: Coleton begins by sharing personally that 10 years ago he didn't know how to pray—and honestly didn't think it mattered. But everything shifted when he encountered people who genuinely loved prayer and believed this simple truth: People who pray will experience more from God and with God than people who don't. That statement reframed everything. Coleton points out that prayer is not something we naturally know how to do—it must be learned. But the encouraging truth is: it can be learned. He highlights something powerful from the Gospels: the disciples never asked Jesus to teach them how to preach, perform miracles, or lead—but they did ask Him to teach them how to pray. Why? Because they saw something in Jesus' relationship with the Father that they wanted. Over the past 10 years, Coleton shares that he has experienced more of God than in the previous 29 years of his life—and he attributes that largely to learning to pray. Quote: “The greatest undiscovered area in the resources of God is in the place of prayer… you cannot estimate the power of prayer. Prayer is as vast as God because God is behind it.” — Leonard Ravenhill This sets up the main idea: Jesus wants to teach us how to pray, and in doing so, invite us into a deeper experience with God. 1. God Wants to Actually Meet with You Coleton's first point is simple but profound: Prayer is about relationship, not performance. Main Idea God is not distant or disinterested—He is eager to meet with you anytime you intentionally turn your attention toward Him. Bible Passage “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen…” — Matthew 6:6 Coleton explains that Jesus is not giving a rigid rule about location but emphasizing intentionality. The “room” and “closed door” represent focused, personal connection. Key Insight: God gives His attention to any place of intention. Any moment you intentionally turn toward God—whether in a quiet room, your car, during chores, or even a quick pause in a stressful meeting—He meets you there. Coleton illustrates this with real-life examples, including stepping away during a difficult meeting just to “steal a moment” with God. Even a few seconds becomes sacred when it's intentional. He also shares the story of Susanna Wesley, who used her apron over her head as a “prayer closet” while raising 19 children—showing that the “secret place” is less about location and more about focus. Quote: “The Father has a special affinity for ‘the secret place'… He is continuously watching there.” — Frederick Dale Bruner Takeaway You don't have to go somewhere special to meet with God. Any place becomes sacred when you choose to seek Him. 2. Your Prayers Can Be Very Short The second thing Jesus teaches is deeply freeing: Prayer does not need to be long to be effective. Bible Passage “And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans…” — Matthew 6:7–8 Main Idea You don't have to earn God's attention with long, impressive prayers—you already have it. Coleton contrasts Jesus' teaching with pagan beliefs of the time, where people thought they had to “fatigue the gods” with long prayers to be heard. Quote: “The pagan rule to get your prayer heard is ‘much.'” — Frederick Dale Bruner Jesus completely dismantles this idea. God is not reluctant—He is a loving Father who is already attentive. Key Insight Because God already hears you, prayer can be as simple as: “Help.” “Thank you.” “I'm sorry.” “I need you.” Coleton shares a relatable analogy: if every phone call with a friend required an hour, you'd hesitate to answer—but if it could be brief, you'd engage more often. Prayer works the same way. When we realize prayer doesn't require long stretches of time, we actually pray more. Quote: “It is a relief to know that the Father… is not a reluctant listener.” — Frederick Dale Bruner “Much prayer is not the mediator to God; Jesus is.” Coleton also addresses persistence in prayer, clarifying: Persistence is powerful But persistence is not required to be heard We persist because we are heard—not to be heard. Takeaway You always have God's attention. Pray anytime, with whatever you have. 3. He Knows How to Help You the Most The third truth Jesus gives is deeply comforting: God knows exactly what you need. Bible Passage “Your Father knows what you need before you ask him.” — Matthew 6:8 Main Idea God's knowledge of your needs is not a reason to stop praying—it's the reason you should run to Him. Coleton explains that we are drawn to people who understand us without needing long explanations. He shares a powerful story about his sister, who struggled to find comfort after losing her husband because people cared—but didn't truly understand what she needed. Everything changed when she met others who had experienced the same loss. They understood—and because they understood, they could actually help. That's who God is. He doesn't just care—He understands. Key Insight Because God knows what you need: He knows how to help you He is the best person to go to You can trust Him even when you don't know what to ask for This is why Jesus later teaches us to pray for “daily bread”—a simple, even vague request—because God already knows what's behind the request. Takeaway You don't have to figure everything out before you pray. Go to the One who already knows—and knows how to help. Application: How to Respond Coleton closes with clear, practical steps: 1. Choose intentional moments with God Set aside time—but also take advantage of small, everyday moments to turn your attention toward Him. 2. Pray what you've got Don't overthink it. Don't try to impress God. Just talk. 3. Remind yourself who God is He is attentive, loving, and fully aware of your needs. Pray with confidence in His character. Final Encouragement People who pray will experience more from God and with God than people who don't. So start simple: “Lord, I need You.” Discipleship Group Questions What has your personal experience with prayer been like, and how has this message challenged or encouraged that? What keeps you from intentionally creating space to meet with God, and how can you overcome that this week? How does knowing that God already has your attention change the way you approach prayer? Why do you think short, simple prayers might actually lead to a more consistent prayer life? In what area of your life do you most need to trust that God already knows what you need and can help you? Culture of Gospel Share this with someone in your life who doesn't know Jesus What if God isn't distant or waiting for you to prove yourself—but is actually a loving Father who already knows you, hears you, and wants to meet with you anytime you reach out?  

In Episode 110 of 2 Minute Disciple, host Nick Oyler leads a contemplative devotional through Matthew 7:7–11 — Jesus' beautiful and encouraging portrait of a Father who delights in giving good things to His children. Keep asking. Keep seeking. Keep knocking. These aren't one-time requests — they're a posture of persistent, trusting prayer.

In this episode of 2 Minute Disciple, host Nick Oyler leads a contemplative devotional through Matthew 6:5–8 — Jesus' intimate invitation to trade performative prayer for genuine conversation with your Father. Go to your room. Shut the door. It's just you and Him.

Thank you for listening to our sermon. This is Part 7 in our series on The Lord's Prayer, and we look at “deliver us from the evil one.” Date: 4/5/26 Speaker: Pastor Will Broadus Passage:Matthew 6:5-15 Please visit our website at reconcilecc.org for any questions. Thank you for supporting our mission to Preach The Gospel. Produce Disciples. Pursue Justice.

Lesson 6 – Principles of Prayer Luke 11:1 I. Prohibitions of Prayer (Matthew 6:5–8) 1. Don't Pray with Hypocrisy 2. Don't Pray With Vain Repetitions Examples of Simple, Powerful Prayers ● Solomon – 1 Kings 3:9 ● Elijah (Mount Carmel) – 1 Kings 18:37 ● Hezekiah – 2 Kings 19:19 ● Jabez – 1 Chronicles 4:10 ● The Publican – Luke 18:13 II. The Pattern for Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13) F – Focus on Worship (Matthew 6:9) John 1:12 A – Align with God's Will (Matthew 6:10) Habakkuk 2:14 T – Trust for Today's Needs (Matthew 6:11) H – Humbly Confess and Forgive (Matthew 6:12) E – Escape Temptation (Matthew 6:13) R – Recognize God's Glory (Matthew 6:13) Hebrews 4:16

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Chapters (00:00:00) - A Commitment to Prayer(00:00:44) - The Sermon on the Mount(00:02:10) - Our Commitment to Prayer(00:07:19) - The Sermon on the Mount(00:08:00) - Committed Prayer: Three Points(00:13:03) - How To Say No to a Kit Kat(00:13:36) - Ask and It Will Be Given-(00:19:54) - Seeking God's Will for Our Church(00:22:07) - KNOCKING WITH Longevity(00:26:45) - Prayer: A Constant Knock(00:28:47) - All You Need to Know About Prayer

The Lord's Prayer | Matthew 6:13-15 | Cody Cline

Title: The Upside Down Spiritual LifeSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this week's Sunday sermon from Matthew 6:7–15, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks through one of the most familiar passages in all of Scripture—the Lord's Prayer. Rather than treating it as a rote recitation, we'll unpack it as a template for a rich, structured prayer life: compact enough to pray in a minute, expansive enough to carry a lifetime of conversation with God. Working through the two halves of the prayer, we explore what it means to begin with the Father's honor, rule, and will before turning to our own needs for provision, forgiveness, and daily leadership. If your prayer life has grown mechanical, rushed, or shallow, this message is an invitation back to the closet and back to the Father who is already waiting.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

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The Lord's Prayer | Matthew 6:5-8 | Jake Hering

Today, we will read the passage that contains what became known as The Lord's Prayer—Matthew 6:6-13. The words of Jesus.But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you. “When you pray, don't babble on and on as the Gentiles do. They think their prayers are answered merely by repeating their words again and again. Don't be like them, for your Father knows exactly what you need even before you ask him! Pray like this: Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy. May your Kingdom come soon. May your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us today the food we need, and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one.The time we invest in prayer is going to pay dividends as we live our life. The time in private with God is going to be seen in public with others because prayer changes us, changes our thinking, and changes our circumstances. Jesus says that the key to our prayers doesn't lie in repetition to Him but in relationship with Him.With this in mind, listen again to the passage from the Message translation. Jesus says to you, and IThe world is full of so-called prayer warriors who are prayer-ignorant. They're full of formulas and programs and advice, peddling techniques for getting what you want from God. Don't fall for that nonsense. This is your Father you are dealing with, and he knows better than you what you need. With a God like this loving you, you can pray very simply. Like this: Our Father in heaven, Reveal who you are. Set the world right; Do what's best—as above, so below. Keep us alive with three square meals. Keep us forgiven with you and forgiving others. Keep us safe from ourselves and the Devil. You're in charge! You can do anything you want! You're ablaze in beauty! Yes. Yes. Yes.Such a great rendering of The Lord's Prayer. Did you notice our closing to all our prayers for Sound Mind Set? … As above, so below. … This is where that comes from. As above, so below is our goal for life.Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, I use Jesus' words today to close in prayer … Our Father in Heaven, reveal who you are. Set the world right; Do what's best. Keep us alive with three square meals. Keep us forgiven with you and forgiving others. Keep us safe from ourselves and the Devil. You're in charge! You can do anything you want! You're ablaze in beauty! Yes. Yes. Yes. … As above, so below.”

In this episode, I invite us into a guided time of imaginative prayer — a contemplative practice rooted in the early church mothers and fathers that helps us encounter God in a personal, embodied way. Together, we step into the Garden of Gethsemane with Jesus on the night before His crucifixion. As we enter this scene, we slow down, engage our senses, and notice what stirs within us as we witness Jesus' honesty, sorrow, and surrender before the Father. I hope you'll join me as we walk onto the scene of Matthew 26:36-42 and ask the Spirit to speak to us through this story. Get Faith & Feeling's weekly resource email Watch this episode on YouTube Grab a copy of my book Stop Saying I'm Fine Connect with me on my website Find me on Instagram @__taylorjoy__ Key words: imaginative prayer, contemplative prayer, guided prayer, Scripture meditation, mindfulness, prayer practice, spiritual formation, self-compassion, curiosity, emotional regulation, faith and mental health, soul care practices, Christian spirituality, emotions