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Our Father Who Art in Heaven: 70 Bible Verses and the Ultimate Guide to Prayer, Unlock the power of the Lord's Prayer. scriptures, Q&As, and  practical tips for success in career, family, and studies.

Our father who art in heaven bible verse

The Architect of Prayer: Unlocking the Power of “Our Father Who Art in Heaven”

I have observed that the Lord’s Prayer is often treated as a ritualistic chant rather than what it truly is: a strategic blueprint for a victorious life. When we cry out “Our Father,” we are not just addressing a deity; we are activating a legal and spiritual relationship that changes our DNA.

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I. 70 Bible Verses: The Theology of Divine Paternity

Focused strictly on the Lord’s Prayer and the Father-child relationship.

1. Matthew 6:9 – “In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.”

2. Luke 11:2 – “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name…”

3. Matthew 6:10 – “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

4. Matthew 6:11 – “Give us this day our daily bread.”

5. Matthew 6:12 – “And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.”

6. Matthew 6:13 – “And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.”

7. Romans 8:15 – “You received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, ‘Abba, Father.'”

8. Galatians 4:6 – “God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying out, ‘Abba, Father!'”

9. John 1:12 – “He gave the right to become children of God.”

10. 1 John 3:1 – “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us.”

11. Matthew 7:11 – “How much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him!”

12. 2 Corinthians 6:18 – “I will be a Father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters.”

13. Isaiah 64:8 – “But now, O Lord, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our potter.”

14. Matthew 6:6 – “Pray to your Father who is in the secret place.”

15. Matthew 6:8 – “Your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him.”

16. John 14:6 – “No one comes to the Father except through Me.”

17. Ephesians 4:6 – “One God and Father of all, who is above all.”

18. Malachi 2:10 – “Have we not all one Father? Has not one God created us?”

19. Matthew 23:9 – “For One is your Father, He who is in heaven.”

20. John 16:23 – “Whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you.”

21. Psalm 103:13 – “As a father pities his children, so the Lord pities those who fear Him.”

22. Deuteronomy 32:6 – “Is He not your Father, who bought you?”

23. John 20:17 – “I am ascending to My Father and your Father.”

24. Matthew 5:16 – “Glorify your Father in heaven.”

25. Luke 12:32 – “It is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.”

26. Psalm 68:5 – “A father of the fatherless… is God in His holy habitation.”

27. Matthew 6:14 – “If you forgive men… your heavenly Father will also forgive you.”

28. Ephesians 3:14-15 – “I bow my knees to the Father… from whom the whole family is named.”

29. 1 Peter 1:17 – “If you call on the Father, who judges without partiality…”

30. John 14:2 – “In My Father’s house are many mansions.”

31. Matthew 5:48 – “Be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.”

32. 1 John 2:1 – “We have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ.”

33. John 15:1 – “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.”

34. Luke 6:36 – “Be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.”

35. John 4:23 – “True worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth.”

36. John 14:9 – “He who has seen Me has seen the Father.”

37. James 1:17 – “Every good gift… comes down from the Father of lights.”

38. John 17:1 – “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son.”

39. Matthew 18:14 – “It is not the will of your Father… that one of these little ones should perish.”

40. Luke 15:18 – “I will arise and go to my father, and will say, ‘Father, I have sinned.'”

41. Matthew 6:32 – “Your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things.”

42. John 10:29 – “My Father… is greater than all.”

43. John 10:30 – “I and My Father are one.”

44. John 14:23 – “My Father will love him, and We will come to him.”

45. Romans 1:7 – “Grace to you and peace from God our Father.”

46. Colossians 1:2 – “Grace to you and peace from God our Father.”

47. 2 Thessalonians 2:16 – “Now may our Lord Jesus Christ and our God and Father…”

48. Ephesians 1:3 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

49. Matthew 12:50 – “Whoever does the will of My Father in heaven is My brother.”

50. John 5:19 – “The Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do.”

51. John 8:38 – “I speak what I have seen with My Father.”

52. John 12:26 – “If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.”

53. Matthew 26:39 – “O My Father… not as I will, but as You will.”

54. Luke 23:34 – “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.”

55. Luke 23:46 – “Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit.”

56. John 17:11 – “Holy Father, keep through Your name those whom You have given Me.”

57. John 17:21 – “As You, Father, are in Me, and I in You.”

58. 1 John 1:3 – “Truly our fellowship is with the Father.”

59. 1 John 2:15 – “If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.”

60. 1 John 2:23 – “Whoever denies the Son does not have the Father either.”

61. 1 John 5:7 – “The Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit: these three are one.”

62. Revelation 1:6 – “Made us kings and priests to His God and Father.”

63. Revelation 3:21 – “I sat down with My Father on His throne.”

64. Revelation 14:1 – “Having His Father’s name written on their foreheads.”

65. John 15:16 – “Whatever you ask the Father in My name He may give you.”

66. Acts 1:4 – “Wait for the Promise of the Father.”

67. Acts 1:7 – “Seasons which the Father has put in His own authority.”

68. Philippians 4:20 – “Now to our God and Father be glory forever.”

69. Colossians 1:12 – “Giving thanks to the Father who has qualified us.”

70. Jude 1:1 – “To those who are called, sanctified by God the Father.”

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II. Forum Q&A: Deep Dives from True Believers

1. Q: Why say “Our” Father if prayer is personal? A: Because you are part of a family. It kills the isolation of anxiety.

2. Q: Does “Hallowed be Thy Name” mean I can’t say God’s name in casual conversation? A: It’s about reverence of heart, not just vocabulary.

3. Q: If God knows what I need, why ask for “Daily Bread”? A: To build the relationship. The bread is the excuse for the conversation.

4. Q: What if I can’t forgive someone who hurt me deeply? A: Ask the Father for His forgiveness to flow through you. You are a conduit, not the source.

5. Q: Is “the evil one” a person or a concept? A: Biblical theology points to a personal adversary, which is why we need a personal Protector.

6. Q: How long should I pray this? A: It can be said in 20 seconds or expanded into a 2-hour meditation.

7. Q: Can I pray this for someone else? A: Yes, that is the essence of “Our” and “Us.”

8. Q: Why do we add “For Thine is the kingdom…” at the end? A: It’s a “doxology”—a declaration of confidence that God is able to answer.

9. Q: Does “Thy Will be Done” make my own desires irrelevant? A: No, it aligns your desires with the one who knows what will actually make you happy.

10. Q: What if my earthly father was abusive? A: The “Our Father” is the restoration of the word. He is the Perfect Father you never had. (And 70 more questions on liturgical history, modern application, and spiritual warfare.)

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III. 100 Tips for Living the “Our Father” Lifestyle

Work & Career (1-25)

1. The Hallowed Meeting: Start every meeting by silently dedicating the outcome to God’s glory.

2. Daily Bread Provision: Ask specifically for the “bread” of creative solutions for today’s problems.

3. Thy Will in Promotion: If you are passed over for a promotion, pray “Thy will be done” as an act of trust.

4. Debt Release: Forgive the colleague who stole your idea; release the emotional debt.

5. Kingdom Focus: Ask: “How does this project serve people?” That is Kingdom work.

6. Deliverance from Pride: When you succeed, immediately whisper “Hallowed be Your name” to stay humble.

7. The Secret Place: Use your lunch break for 5 minutes of “secret” prayer (Matthew 6:6).

8. Abba Confidence: Walk into the boardroom remembering you are a child of the Creator.

9. Temptation Shield: When tempted to cut corners, pray for deliverance from the “evil one.”

10. Leadership through Service: Lead your team by being the first to “give” as the Father gives.

11. Radical Honesty: Speak the truth because your Father is the God of Truth.

12. Protecting Your Peace: Don’t let work stress enter your heart; your heart belongs to the Kingdom.

13. Financial Trust: View your salary as a gift from the Father, not just a result of your hustle.

14. Mentoring: Be a “father/mother” figure to a junior employee.

15. Integrity Anchor: Let “Thy Kingdom Come” be your guide in ethical dilemmas.

16. Intercession: Pray for the families of your coworkers.

17. Excellence: Work with a spirit that honors the Father’s name.

18. Conflict Resolution: Forgive “debts” quickly to keep office atmosphere clear.

19. Vision: Ask the Father for a “Kingdom vision” for your industry.

20. Rest: Honor the Father by resting; show that you trust Him to run the world without you.

21. No Gossip: Deliver your tongue from the evil of tearing others down.

22. Promotion Honor: When you move up, use your power to lift others.

23. Wisdom: Treat “Daily Bread” as the insight needed for complex decisions.

24. Gratitude: Thank the Father for the ability to work.

25. Final Surrender: At 5 PM, hand the work back to Him and go home in peace.

Studies & Education (26-50)

26. The Wisdom Petition: Treat “Daily Bread” as the mental clarity needed for an exam.

27. Hallowed Intellect: Study with the goal of understanding the Father’s world.

28. Peer Forgiveness: Forgive the classmate who didn’t contribute to the group project.

29. Deliverance from Cheating: Pray for strength when the pressure to succeed tempts your integrity.

30. Thy Will in Grades: Trust God’s path even if your GPA isn’t perfect.

31. Library Worship: Use your study time as an offering to God.

32. Teacher Honor: Pray for the wisdom of your professors.

33. Anxiety Release: Remind yourself: “My Father knows I need these grades.”

34. Inclusion: Invite the lonely student into your study group (Kingdom community).

35. Financial Faith: Trust the Father for tuition and books.

36. Focus: Ask for “Daily Bread” in the form of a 2-hour focused study session.

37. Memory: Ask the Holy Spirit to bring all things to your remembrance.

38. Purpose: Remind yourself why you study: to serve the Kingdom.

39. Patience: Don’t get angry with a difficult teacher.

40. Truth: Be honest in every essay and lab report.

41. Social Standing: Don’t worry about being “cool”; you are royalty in Christ.

42. Future: Trust the Father with your post-grad career.

43. Strength: Ask for physical energy during “finals week.”

44. No Envy: Don’t be jealous of someone else’s intelligence.

45. Mentorship: Help a younger student understand a hard subject.

46. Discipline: Ask for deliverance from the temptation of procrastination.

47. Silence: Spend 10 minutes in silence before you start studying.

48. Reading: Ask the Father to open your eyes to the truth in your textbooks.

49. Balance: Don’t let school become an idol; keep God as Father.

50. Gratitude: Thank God for the opportunity to learn.

Family & Home (51-75)

51. The Family “Our”: Pray the Lord’s Prayer together to build unity.

52. Parental Mercy: Forgive your children “as your Father forgives you.”

53. Daily Bread Budgeting: Pray over the household bills, trusting for provision.

54. Hallowed Home: Make your house a place where God’s name is respected.

55. Temptation Watch: Protect your home from the “evil” of toxic media.

56. Spousal Debts: Forgive your spouse’s mistakes immediately; don’t hold them as “debts.”

57. Kingdom Chores: Do household work as if you are serving the King.

58. Evening Peace: End the day by praying “Into Your hands I commit my family.”

59. Hospitality: Share your “Daily Bread” with a neighbor in need.

60. Childhood Faith: Teach your kids to call God “Abba.”

61. Financial Unity: Pray together about big purchases, seeking “Thy Will.”

62. Conflict Resolution: Never let the sun go down on a family debt.

63. Atmosphere: Play worship music that hallows God’s name in the house.

64. Sabbath: Set a day where the family rests in the Father’s care.

65. Protection: Pray “Deliver us” over your children’s school and friends.

66. Generosity: Teach kids to give a portion of their “daily bread” to others.

67. Honor: Model respect for God so your children learn to hallow His name.

68. Patience: Ask for the Father’s heart when children are difficult.

69. Health: Pray for physical healing as part of “daily bread.”

70. Connection: Use mealtime to talk about what God did that day.

71. Boundaries: Say “No” to activities that steal the family’s peace.

72. Wisdom: Ask the Father how to handle difficult parenting stages.

73. Safety: Pray for the safety of your home every night.

74. Forgiveness Training: Teach children how to say “I’m sorry” and “I forgive you.”

75. Hope: Remind the family that “Thine is the kingdom” – God is in control.

Social & Public Life (76-100)

76. Social Media Hallowing: Before you post, ask: “Does this hallow God’s name or mine?”

77. Deliverance from Envy: Pray “Deliver us” when looking at others’ perfect lives on Instagram.

78. Social Forgiveness: Release the debt of the friend who excluded you.

79. Kingdom Speech: Use your words to build up, not to tear down.

80. Provision for Others: If you have extra “bread,” share it with a local shelter.

81. Truth: Be the same person in public as you are in the “secret place.”

82. Civic Prayer: Pray “Thy Kingdom Come” over your city and leaders.

83. Peacemaking: Mediate disagreements between friends.

84. Humility: Don’t seek the “hallowed” seat at the table; be a servant.

85. Encouragement: Send a “Daily Bread” verse to a friend in need.

86. Purity: Ask for deliverance from the temptations of the world.

87. Identity: Don’t seek approval from men; you have the Father’s approval.

88. Listening: Be a person who listens with the Father’s compassion.

89. Justice: Advocate for the “debts” of the poor to be addressed.

90. Hospitality: Invite a “stranger” (new neighbor) to coffee.

91. Digital Fast: Unplug to spend time with the Father.

92. Reconciliation: Be the first to reach out in a broken friendship.

93. Courage: Speak your faith with the confidence of a King’s child.

94. No Comparison: Your “daily bread” is specific to you; don’t want someone else’s.

95. Kindness: Treat every person as a potential child of God.

96. Joy: Show the world that serving the Father is a delight.

97. Stewardship: Take care of the Father’s world (environment).

98. Mentorship: Help a young believer learn how to pray.

99. Consistency: Pray the Lord’s Prayer every day for a month.

100. Final Doxology: Live your life so that people see “Thine is the Kingdom.”

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IV. Life Enhancement Through the Father’s Favor

Prosperity, Marriage, and Parenting

By praying “Thy Will be Done” over your finances, you move from the stress of a Hustle Culture to the peace of a Kingdom Culture. In marriage, the “Forgiveness Mandate” acts as a shield against the bitterness that destroys most relationships. For children, seeing a parent who truly trusts their Heavenly Father provides an emotional security that no inheritance can match.