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The Lord's Prayer

I cannot say “our” if I live only for myself.

I cannot say “father” if I do not endeavor each day to act like his child.

I cannot say “who art in heaven” if I am laying up no treasure there.

I cannot say “hallowed be thy name” if I am not striving for holiness.

I cannot say “thy kingdom come” if I am not doing all in my power to hasten that wonderful event.

I cannot say “thy will be done” if I am disobedient to His Word.

I cannot say “give us this day our daily bread” if I am dishonest or am seeking things by subterfuge.

I cannot say “forgive us our debts” if I harbor a grudge against anyone.

I cannot say “lead us not to temptation” if I deliberately place myself in its path.

I cannot say “thine is the kingdom” if I do not give the King the loyalty due him from a faithful subject.

I cannot attribute to him “the power” if I fear what men may do.

I cannot ascribe to him “the glory” if I am seeking honor for myself;

And I cannot say “forever” if the horizon of my life is bounded completely by time.

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