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What attitudes should we have when praying?

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Believers should approach prayer with humility, reverence, and faith, recognizing God's sovereign authority.

In prayer, believers are called to exhibit several attitudes: humility, reverence, and faith. Firstly, humility acknowledges our dependence on God for all things, which is reflected in Jesus’ model prayer emphasizing the need for daily sustenance (Luke 11:3). Reverence involves recognizing God’s holiness and authority as the 'Father' and 'Lord of heaven and earth’ (Matthew 6:9). This means approaching Him with respect and understanding that He is in heaven, and we are on earth (Ecclesiastes 5:2). Finally, faith shapes our trust in God's promises, as seen when we pray with confidence that He will grant according to His will (1 John 5:14). Thus, our praying should reflect a heart that desires His glory above our own, affirming both His sovereignty and our need for His grace.
Scripture References: Luke 11:3, Matthew 6:9, Ecclesiastes 5:2, 1 John 5:14

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