Homily for Wednesday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time
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Jesus was committed to prayer, even during the busy and stressful times of His life. His dedication to prayer inspired His disciples to seek guidance, prompting them to say, "Lord, teach us to pray just as John taught his disciples." They understood that to pray effectively, they would need significant help. Prayer is not merely a human activity; it is an expression of God's work within us, guided by the Holy Spirit.
The disciples' request, "Lord, teach us to pray," is itself a form of prayer. In response, Jesus provided them with the Lord's Prayer, which introduces essential principles of prayer. It begins with an act of worship, focusing on God's glory and will before making any requests for our needs. This serves as a model for all our prayers. We begin by honoring God and then entrusting our needs to Him, cultivating in ourselves a sense of reverence and humility.
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