Question 108 of 114
The Gospel and the Means of Grace
What do we pray for in the first petition?
Answer
In the first petition, which is, Hallowed be thy name (), we pray that God would enable us and others to glorify him in all that whereby he maketh himself known (), and that he would dispose all things to his own glory (Psalm 83 throughout; ).
Read the 3 proof texts (KJV)
- Matthew 6:9
- After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
- Psalm 67:2-3
- 2That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations. 3Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.
- Romans 11:36
- For of him, and through him, and to him, [are] all things: to whom [be] glory for ever. Amen.