Lord's Prayer

THE LORD’S PRAYER : M. M. NINAN
11.The kingdom is "a living thing" and participates in the properties of living things such as growth,
vigour and having a "time of harvest". (Matthew 13:24-33)
12.The Kingdom of God requires some diligence to enter in. Like a prized pearl or treasure it must be
sought and valued above all things (Matthew 13:44, 45) And a certain spiritual alertness and readiness
of heart is always required of believers. (Matt 25:1ff).Radical steps may be necessary if we are to fully
enter it and leave the hindrances of thos world behind. (Matthew 5:29-30; 19:12). Temporary
enthusiasm is insufficient (Luke 9:62) and the cost must be counted(Luke 14:28) and sometimes the
supreme sacrifice be paid (Matt 10:37-39).
1. When we pray, “Come, Kingdom of God!” what are we really praying for? How will we know when our prayer
has been answered?
2. Why did Jesus talk so much about the kingdom of God?
3. What does this petition suggest about the attempt to improve the world through legislation and political
pressure? How can we strive for what is right while at the same time praying “Your Kingdom Come?” How does
this petition impart a sense of humility to our efforts to make the world a better place?
4. Describe the difference between a life lived by worldly values and a life lived by kingdom values.
5. How does Satan try to stop God’s kingdom from spreading in the world today? How does he attack you
personally?
6. Memorize Luke 18:29-30. Ask God to help you live for the sake of his kingdom this week.
Jesus instructs us to petition God for his kingdom to come.
Does this prayer suggests that the kingdom is not here?
Mt 3.1-12: John the Baptist declares the kingdom of heaven is near.
Mt 4.17: Jesus declares the kingdom of heaven is near.
Mt 12.22-28: Jesus demonstrates that the Kingdom of God is here in their midst.
In the parables, Jesus teaches that the kingdom is here but yet not fully come.(Matthew 13.31-33)
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