Is there a creator?

      The Right Way to Pray?

Matthew chapter 6 verses 9 to 13:-   9 “You must pray, then, this way:  “‘Our Father in the heavens, let your name be sanctified. 10 Let your Kingdom come. Let your will take place, as in heaven, also on earth. 11 Give us today our bread for this day; 12 and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13 And do not bring us into temptation, but deliver us from the wicked one.’

A question that many people would like the answer to, is what is the right attitude or way to pray to Jehovah? So lets make it clear from the start that there is no rigid guidelines for us to follow, for example many people will just repeat the "Lord's Prayer" which was given by Jesus Christ as a patten or model to follow, but not to repeat. A prayer to God should come from your own heart while using the guiding principles found in the model prayer, for example:

         God's Holy Name and Purpose?

God's Holy name being put on high must be the most important and genuine thought in your reaching out to Jehovah in prayer, he is the Sovereign ruler and Creator of this Universe and everything that is a part of it, including us! And his Kingdom and the paradise Earth to come should be the future you long for the most.

Luke chapter 23 verses 42 and 43:-   42 Then he said: “Jesus, remember me when you get into your Kingdom.” 43 And he said to him: “Truly I tell you today, you will be with me in Paradise.”

         Humility.

In your prayer, always show by your words and actions that you recognise the wonderful privilege you have in being able to speak to the True God,, knowing that he hears you! you must wear humility like a cloak and really feel it in your heart, you should be in awe of Jehovah your God, and show great respect!

Ezekiel chapters 1 verse 28 and 2 verses 1 and 2 :-   28 like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. That was how the surrounding brilliant light appeared. It was like the appearance of the glory of Jehovah. When I saw it, I fell facedown and began to hear the voice of someone speaking. 1 He then said to me: “Son of man, stand up on your feet that I may speak with you.” 2 When he spoke to me, spirit came into me and made me stand up on my feet so that I could hear the One speaking to me.

       Accepting the Ransom.

When you start your prayer to Jehovah, you must approach him by invoking the name of his Son Jesus Christ as your means of access to the Creator of all things. This is a mark of respect for the Ransom he paid with his life on our behalf. We cannot be heard by Jehovah without recognising this sacrificial act:

John chapter 14 verses 13 and 14:-   13 Also, whatever you ask in my name, I will do this, so that the Father may be glorified in connection with the Son. 14 If you ask anything in my name, I will do it.

      Showing Great Respect.

When a King or ruler is approached in conversation, the person approaching him would without doubt show the respect for his position and power when talking to him - How much more respect should you show when approaching the sovereign ruler and maker of the Universe who gave you life?

Luke chapter 18 verses 13 and 14:-   13 But the tax collector, standing at a distance, was not willing even to raise his eyes heavenward but kept beating his chest, saying, ‘O God, be gracious to me, a sinner.’ 14 I tell you, this man went down to his home and was proved more righteous than that Pharisee. Because everyone who exalts himself will be humiliated, but whoever humbles himself will be exalted.”

       Forgiveness of Sins?

When asking for your sins to be forgiven, more is needed from you than to just expect Jehovah to forgive you, especially if you have not forgiven those who may have sinned against you - forgiveness of sins must work both ways, you must first forgive and actually mean it before you can be forgiven! Remember, you cannot fool Jehovah, he knows your heart!

How you stand or sit or kneel when praying is entirely up to you, but it would show respect if you bow your head when speaking. Jehovah listens to anyone who serves him with an honest heart, and what you pray for is also taken into consideration by him. But do not expect your prayer to be answered if you have selfish motives. Always pray for you and your families needs, not their wants! And sometimes a prayer is answered in a way that you did not expect?

   Jehovah the Hearer of Prayer!