Prayers of Jesus
Josef Untersberger’s Christ on the Mount of Olives is one of the most famous works of religious art; the canonical gospels describe Jesus praying to God several times, and Christ was one of those who prayed to God in this holy moment before his crucifixion.
Recorded prayers
“Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit,” Jesus said in prayer (Luke 23:46). “My God, My God, why hast thou forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46, Mark 15:34). “Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do” (John 12:28).
Other references to Jesus praying
Jesus prayed at his baptism (Luke 3:21), at the Last Supper (Luke 5:16), and after healing people in the evening (Mark 1:35).
References
How to Pray, Chapter X: “Prayers of Jesus,” by R. A. Torrey, is published by Oxford University Press, London, and is available for pre-order at www.peacemakerbookshop.co.uk/pray.
What verse in the Bible does Jesus pray to God?
“Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing” ( Luke 23:34) “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46, Mark 15:34) “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit” (Luke 23:46)
Where in the Bible does Jesus teach us to pray?
“When you pray, say: “Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come,” he told them, according to Luke 11:: NIV.
Do we pray to God or Jesus?
We don’t go wrong when we pray directly to God the Father, because He is our Creator and the one we should worship, and we have direct access to God through Jesus.
Where in the Bible is Jesus praying in Gethsemane?
In Gethsemane, Jesus Prays (Mark 14:32-42 Analysis)
What was Jesus last prayer?
Given that it is an intercession for the coming Church, John 17:1u201326 is commonly known as the Farewell Prayer or the High Priestly Prayer, and it is by far the longest prayer of Jesus in any of the gospels.
What does Jesus say about praying?
u201cDo not be like the hypocrites, who love to pray standing in synagogues and on street corners to be seen by men… but when you pray, go into your room, close the door, and pray to your father who is unseen,u201d Jesus said.
Why does God want us to pray?
God’s desire, according to the book of Ephesians, is for us to pray “on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests” (Ephesians 6:18). We turn to prayer because it is the most personal way to experience God, encounter Him, and grow in knowledge of Him.
How does the Bible teach us to pray?
We hear some of Jesus’ thoughts on prayer in Luke 11:1-13. Jesus’ disciples have no doubt noticed His prayerfulness, and they ask Him to teach them how to pray (Luke 11:1). Jesus begins His instruction by saying, “when you pray.” Prayer is not a matter of if, but when for a Christian.
Why is prayer so powerful?
Prayer is a powerful weapon available to anyone who loves God and knows His son Jesus Christ. Prayer energizes a believer’s heart through the power of the Holy Spirit, and consistent prayer releases the power of God’s blessing on your life and circumstances.
What is Jesus real name?
In Hebrew, Jesus’ name was ” Yeshua,” which means “Joshua” in English.
How do you talk to God?
It’s fine to pray with your eyes open and your head held high, just as it’s fine to pray kneeling and silent. It’s common to recite some traditional prayers out loud, but it’s also very common to pray silently to yourself.
How do you pray to God?
Learn to Pray in Four Simple Steps
- Step 1: Address Heavenly Father.
- Step 2: Thank Heavenly Father.
- Step 3: Ask Heavenly Father.
- Step 4: Close in the Name of Jesus Christ.
- Praying in a Group.
- Pray Always, With Sincerity, and Faith in Christ.
What was Jesus prayer in Gethsemane?
u201cAbba, Father, for you all things are possible; remove this cup from me; yet, not what I want, but what you want,u201d Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Who was Jesus talking to on the cross?
When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing by, he said to her, “Woman, behold thy son.” Then he said to the disciple, “Behold thy mother.” And from that hour on, the disciple took her to his own (home).
Who was the prisoner that was released instead of Jesus?
In the New Testament, Barabbas is a prisoner mentioned in all four Gospels who was chosen by the crowd to be released by Pontius Pilate in a customary pardon before the Passover feast, over Jesus Christ.