The Lord's Prayer
The First Petition.
Hallowed be Thy name.
God's name is indeed holy in itself; but we pray in this petition that it may become holy among us also.
How is this done?--Answer.
When the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we as the children of God also lead holy lives in accordance with it. To this end help us, dear Father in heaven. But he that teaches and lives otherwise than God's Word teaches profanes the name of God among us. From this preserve us, Heavenly Father.
His name is holy. It was so revered by the Israelites that they would not even speak it.
His name is holy and those who worship Him and profess His Holy Name pray and strive to ensure that nothing unholy is done among us that would cheapen and profane His Name.
"Rejoice in the Lord, you who are righteous, and praise his holy name." Psalm 27:12
God's Peace - Pr. J
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