1. A WORD OF RECOLLECTION & REFLECTION These words call us to re-collect our minds and reflect upon what we are about to do in prayer. These words convey a ___________, ___________ preparation.
2. A WORD OF SALVATION Jesus uses the term “father” in a soteriological or ____________ sense (John 1:12-13)
3. A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT & INTIMACY • God is the best father because … (1) He is the ancient of ______ (2) He is __________ (3) He is most _______ (4) He is most __________. (5) Of His infinite ______ (6) He can ________ his children. (7) He never _______
The Plural “our” reminds us of the intimacy we have with our ___________ & _____________ in Christ.
4. A WORD OF REVERENCE & SUBMISSION The Lord helps us strike a balance. This preface is a beautiful combination of ________________ & _______________. Ex. 3:5
5. A WORD OF DIGNITY & HONOR The word Father implies your dignity and honor as God's children. It implies privileged access to God who sits on the heavenly throne. • Greater honor than the ________ of the earth: Isa. 43:4 • The honor and dignity of ________: Heb 1: 14; Rom 8: 17
We are joint heirs, sharing in everything He has. We have all been given the place of the ________ son.
6. A WORD OF ORIENTATION These words orient us toward our homeland. (Ps. 73:23-24; John 17:24 ) Directs our affections toward heaven and away from our ___________ ____________. It also orients us toward other _____________.
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Rev. Ryce and Janine, his wife of 20 years, were born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and previously served in ministry at Tucson Reformed Church (2010-14) and Springs Reformed Church (2014-22), the Christian & Missionary Alliance (2007-09), and the Evangelical Presbyterian...
