State five instructions given by Jesus to his disciples on how to pray

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Instructions given by Jesus to his disciples on how to pray

  • Prayers must be honest/ sincere
  • To humble themselves before God during prayer/ not to exalt oneself but rather be humble.
  • Prayer should be addressed to God who is the loving heavenly father
  • To be persistent in prayer/ wait patiently for God to answer prayers/ Not to lose hope
  • To have faith in God hence prayer
  • Prayers should be short, clear, and to the point
  • Should show honor to God before making any request
  • Prayer should be made in private/ silent places (Jesus always withdrew from the crowd to go and pray).

State the teachings of Jesus on how a Christian should approach God in prayer

  • Prayer should be addressed to God as the Father.
  • One should go to a quiet/secret place.
  • A Christian should be specific/precise when praying.
  • One should have faith/pray expectantly.
  • One should be persistent in prayer.
  • One should praise/adore/honour God when praying.
  • One should confess his/her sins.
  • One should forgive others when praying.
  • One should ask for his/her needs in prayer.
  • A Christian should approach God with humility.
  • One should pray for God’s will to be done.