The Lord’s Prayer - Hallowed Be Your Name

God’s name: what is it, and how do we “hallow” it? In this sermon, Abby explores the mystery and gift of God’s name as first revealed to Moses and then, more fully, through Jesus. She offers practical ways we can be hallowing his name in our lives and points us to a time when his name will be more fully revealed.

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Discussion Questions

Read Matthew 6:9 – 13

• Is there a line, phrase, or request that stands out to you as you read and engage with the Lord’s Prayer today? If so, which one is it? And why do you think that particular line is standing out?
• God revealed his name to Moses, and with it, more of Godself, when he said to Moses, “I am who I am” (Yahweh) in Exodus 3:13 - 14. In your own words, what are some things this name reveals about God?
• Are there any names for God in the Scriptures that you feel particularly drawn to, and why do you think that particular name stands out? How might your picture of God be different if this name weren’t in the Scriptures?
• Using your imagination, what might it have been like for the disciples, who grew up in a world where God was not frequently referred to as Father, to have Jesus invite them to pray, “Our Father…”? What is it like for you to address God and/or think of him as Father?
• Think of a time when you witnessed God being honored, whether in word or deed, whether by an individual or a group? How does this example of God being honored help you think about or understand the words, “Hallowed be your name” (Matthew 6:9)?

Prayer Prompt: Pray aloud the Lord’s Prayer. Then, in your own words, thank God for revealing himself as Father and pray that his name would be hallowed in various areas of your life and the world as you feel led.