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March 3     The Deepest Form of Intimacy  Bible reading : Luke 11:1-4    Key verse :  Matthew 6:14-15

                If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also                                                                forgive you.  But if you do not forgive men their trespasses,                                                                            neither will our Father gorgive your trespasses.

        In Luke 11, Jesus provided a rich pattern for praper.  Yet we know He never prayed this because He was sinless and, therefore, did not have to ask forgiveness.  However, He used these words to teach us how to pray.   

        Jesus was specific about the need for forgiveness. Even though God has provided a way through His Son for your forgiveness, there is still a need for you to acknowledge your sinfulness whenever you yield to temptation. 

        Forgiveness is crucial to your spirital growth.  Remember the words of Jesus on the cross, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do"  (Luke 23:34).

        Prayer that comes from the heart involve responsibility: "Father, I love You, and I choose to do Your will even when it seems difficult and unbearable."  It always honors God for who He is.  Jesus taught us to pray: "Hallowed be Your name."  He went on to show us how to present our requests to the Father by praying, "Give us day by day our daily bread" (Luke 11: 2-3).

         Recognize that God is your sovereign Provider.  He loves you unconditionally and wants you to experience His goodness, no matter what comes your way.  His daily bread for you is His Word, and He gives it as a source of encouragement and hope.

          Prayer changes you and leads you into the deepest form of intimacy, time spent with your loving heavenly Father.

                        Father, give me a heart to do Your will even when it seems difficult and unbearable.                                Change me as I wait before You today.