Prayers of the BibleSample

What would change in your life if your first prayer each day was centered on honoring God’s name above all else?

In the Lord’s prayer, Jesus doesn’t just teach us how to pray; He teaches us how to orient our entire lives around the glory of God. “Hallowed be Your name” is the first petition. It’s not a casual request—it’s a deep desire that God’s name be revered and made holy in every corner of the earth. As John Piper points out, this isn’t just about acknowledging God’s holiness, but actively desiring that the world would see, recognize, and honor His greatness. Every other petition flows from this heart attitude of seeking God’s kingdom, His will, His provision, His forgiveness, and His protection—all for the honor of His name.

Timothy Keller highlights that the Lord’s Prayer serves as a template for all our prayers. It doesn’t give us the exact words for every situation, but it gives us the priorities of God’s kingdom. By structuring our prayers this way, we align our hearts with God’s purposes: that His name would be glorified, His will be done, and His kingdom come.

This prayer isn’t just a form of words—it’s a way of life, a daily commitment to worship and trust God in every moment.

Today, ponder this: Commit the Lord’s Prayer to memory and start each day by praying it. Let it shape your view of God, your priorities, and how you approach your day. How might this shape your entire perspective as you pray each day?