"Living the Way of Jesus — Re-Centered Desires"

Dr. Kenneth J. Reid

Philippians; Matthew 6:9-13

Big Idea: Jesus challenges us to recenter our desires in prayer, emphasizing kingdom priorities.

Point #1: We pray that God’s name would be exalted.
Matthew 6:9

Point #2: We pray for God’s kingdom, his rule, to come into creation and in our lives.
Matthew 6:10a

Point #3: We pray that God will accomplish his will universally.
Matthew 6:10bc

Point #4: We pray that God will provide all our needs.
Matthew 6:11

Point #5: We pray for forgiveness of sins as we forgive others.
Matthew 6:12

Point #6: We pray for God’s protection in spiritual warfare.
Matthew 6:13

Take Action:
Deuteronomy 4:4; Matthew 6:14-15; Ephesians 6:10-18
1. How has the Holy Spirit convicted you as a result of this message?
2. How has this message given you a new vision for prayer according to kingdom priorities?
3. How do you see Jesus’s kingdom emphasis developing in your life??
4. Where is your faith stretched more, and how: God’s provision of our needs, the need and responsibility for forgiveness, or spiritual warfare?
5. How are these kingdom priorities expressed in our small groups? In our congregation?