The phrase “Our Father who art in Heaven” is the opening line of the Lord’s Prayer, one of the most powerful and well-known prayers Jesus taught His disciples.
For centuries, Christians have repeated these words in worship, in their homes, and in personal devotion as a way to stay close to God.
This prayer is short, simple, and yet deeply meaningful. In this post, we will look at the Lord’s Prayer itself, what each line means, and how you can pray it with understanding and faith.
The Full Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13)
Our Father who art in heaven,
Hallowed be Thy name.
Thy kingdom come.
Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil.
For Thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory,
Forever and ever. Amen.
What “Our Father Who Art in Heaven” Means
1. Our Father
Jesus teaches us to begin prayer with relationship.
God is not distant—He is our Father who loves, listens, protects, and cares.
2. Who Art in Heaven
This reminds us that God is above all things.
He sees what we cannot see, knows what we cannot know, and is powerful enough to handle every situation in our lives.
Together, this first line teaches us that God is both near (Father) and Almighty (in Heaven).
Meaning of the Lord’s Prayer Line by Line
Hallowed be Thy name
We honor God and acknowledge His holiness.
Thy kingdom come
We invite God’s rule, peace, and presence into our lives and the world.
Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven
We surrender our desires and choose God’s perfect will.
Give us this day our daily bread
We trust God as our provider—spiritually, emotionally, and physically.
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us
We receive God’s forgiveness and extend forgiveness to others.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil
We ask God to guard our hearts, minds, and steps.
For Thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever
A declaration of faith that everything belongs to God — He reigns forever.
How to Pray the Lord’s Prayer Daily
- Pray it slowly each morning
- Use each line to inspire your personal prayers
- Teach it to your children or family
- Pray it when you feel stressed, weak, or overwhelmed
- Use it during devotion, worship, or journaling
The Lord’s Prayer is not just something to recite — it’s a guide for approaching God with the right heart.
A Short Prayer Inspired by the Lord’s Prayer
Heavenly Father, You are holy and good. As I pray the words Jesus taught, help me to trust You more, follow Your will, forgive others, and depend on Your strength. Be with me today and let Your kingdom come in my life. Amen.
