Rule of Life Prayer 01: Talking to God
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Jan 16, 2023 
In this enlightening discussion, Reward Sibanda, a senior advisor at World Vision from Zimbabwe, Gemma Ryan, an Irish associate pastor and spiritual director, and Tyler Staton, lead pastor at Bridgetown Church, explore the profound art of prayer. They dive into various dimensions of communication with God, illustrating how structured prayers like the Lord's Prayer can deepen intimacy and connection. They also shed light on the significance of community in prayer and emphasize trusting God’s provision, revealing prayer as a transformative journey in spiritual life.
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Praxis of Prayer
- The disciples, familiar with rote prayers, asked Jesus to teach them how to pray like John taught his disciples.
- They sought not just a creed but the praxis, a new framework for prayer.
Communal Prayer
- The Lord's Prayer starts with "Our Father," connecting us to the global Church.
- It establishes a familial relationship with God, initiated by God himself.
Hallowing God's Name
- Hallowing God's name is more for our benefit than God's.
- It reorients us to God's reality before our prayers become reactions to circumstances.
