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The Lord's Prayer is an excellent model, but it was never intended to be a magical incantation to get God's attention. Jesus gave this prayer as a pattern to suggest the variety of elements that should be included when we pray.

— Bill Hybels Too Busy Not to Pray (2008)

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As you walk with God, your faith will grow, your confidence will increase and your prayers will have real power.

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If you have pumped your fist at God, the good news is that you can come back into fellowship with him right this minute.

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God is no more intimidated by childish demands for instant gratification than are wise parents.

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The idea that God doesn't care about his children is rooted in a lie, plain and simple.

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If you're tolerating sin in your life, my friend, don't waste your breath praying unless it's a prayer of confession.

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