Proverbs 28:9 "He who turns away his ear from listening to the Law, even his prayer is an abomination." This verse is fascinating and revealing on a number of levels. One, for what it states and, second, for the thought connection to the preceding Proverb. he who turns away from listening to the Law The person who is described in this Proverb is the one who no longer respects the goals and boundaries of God. These are most easily summarized in the two great commandments and t
"And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." (Matt. 6:12) I hope you are enjoying this series on the Secrets of the Lord's Prayer, which is Jesus' answer to the disciples' question about how to go deeper with God the Father and have a more real relationship with Him. For past articles in this series, simply click HERE. This next verse, Matthew 6:12, is so rich and so deep that we will spend several weeks plumbing the depths of what Jesus is really saying