In the midst of what is commonly referred to as the sermon on the mount, Jesus gave His disciples an example of prayer. He began,
…Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven… (Matthew 6:9-10)
It is worth noting that we cannot include the words “Your kingdom come” in our prayers today. The Lord’s kingdom has come (Mark 9:1; Colossians 1:13; 4:11; Revelation 1:9). Those who mindlessly recite “the Lord’s prayer” sadly deny that Christ is reigning in His kingdom today. He is King of kings and Lord of lords (1 Timothy 6:15; Revelation 17:14; 19:16) and presently rules in the midst of His enemies (Psalm 110:2).
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