Lord’s Day 47
Q122. What does the first request mean?
"Hallowed be your name" means: Help us to truly know you, to worship and praise you for everything you do — your power, wisdom, kindness, justice, mercy, and faithfulness. Help us to live in such a way that your name is never dishonored because of us, but is always honored and praised.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
John 17:3
“And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.”
Jeremiah 9:24
Jeremiah 31:33–34
Matthew 16:17
Exodus 34:5–8
Psalm 145
Jeremiah 32:16–20
Luke 1:46–55, 68–75
Romans 11:33–36
Psalm 115:1
Matthew 5:16
Parent Guide
Discuss this question together
Discussion Questions
- 1
What does "hallowed be your name" mean?
- 2
How can we live in a way that makes God's name look good to others?
- 3
What is one of God's qualities that you want to praise him for?
Illustration
When a sports team wins a championship, the players bring honor to their team name. People respect the name because of what the team did. When Christians live well, they bring honor to God's name. People see their lives and respect the God they follow.
Application
Pick one of God's qualities mentioned in this answer, such as his kindness, wisdom, or faithfulness. Thank him for it specifically in prayer each day this week. Because hallowing God's name starts with knowing who he is, praising him for a specific quality helps you know him better.