How should we approach God in prayer?

Approaching God in prayer requires recognizing our identity as His children, made possible through the work of Christ. We are encouraged to pray in a child-like manner, with sincerity and humility, as expressed in Luke 11:2-4, where Jesus instructs His disciples to start their prayers by addressing God as 'Our Father.' This highlights the personal relationship believers have with God and the assurance we have that He hears us. Moreover, praying in the name of Christ grants believers access to God’s grace, ensuring our requests are viewed with favor due to Christ’s completed work and righteousness rather than our own efforts. Thus, our prayers should always be directed towards God for Christ's sake, who advocates for us.