Reflection 6: 5th Petition: And forgive us our debts as even we [ourselves] have forgiven our debtors! [See Feb. 22, 2026 for translation and Reflection 1.] The first three petitions put us in a right relationship with God.  God’s honor and God’s agenda are primary.  The second three petitions turn attention toward ourselves, but they still require that we put God fi...

Reflection 5: 4th Petition: Give us today our bread of the day! [See Feb. 22, 2026 for translation and Reflection 1.] The first three petitions put us in a right relationship with God.  God’s honor and agenda is primary.  The second three petitions turn attention toward ourselves, but they still require that we put God first.  Moreover, since these petitions are...

Reflection 4: 3rd Petition: Your will come to be, as in heaven, even on earth [itself] [See Feb. 22, 2026 for translation and Reflection 1.] The first three petitions put us in a right relationship with God.  They are made on God’s behalf.  Praying them puts us in our rightful place, in submission to God.  When prayed consistently, the first petition sets ...

 Reflection 3:  2nd Petition: Your kingdom come![See Feb. 22, 2026 for translation and Reflection 1.] The first three petitions put us in a right relationship with God.  They are made on God’s behalf.  Praying them puts us in our rightful place, in submission to God.  When prayed consistently, the first petition sets the primary desire of our h...