Legit question for folks of this group!

[SARose]

2. Great question

Not a religious scholar or theologian - just a plain ole Methodist.

Let’s see what Jesus says in Matthew 6:5-8

And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

Whoa!!

What does He mean?

Don’t pray loudly;
Don’t use a lot of meaningless words;
Prayer should be a private time between you and God.

I think people say these things because they don’t know what to say. Soooo how about a hug and I’m sorry?

Kills me at sporting events to hear prayer for “victory.” Little militaristic don’t you think? God is on our side nener nener. No He isn’t.

Some people, sadly enough, say these things to elevate themselves above others. My Mother once told me anytime a human claims to know God’s mind - run!

You will probably laugh but I truly believe some folks believe God is Santa Claus. 🙄