It is just as easy to see Jesus’ teaching on prayer as an assumption as it is an invitation. As an assumption, Jesus begins His teaching by saying “When you pray,” taking for granted that His followers pray regularly. Additionally, as an invitation, Jesus beckons us to pray to God as a good Father to whom we can freely go with our requests. In this message, we explore the vital place prayer has in the life of a disciple. "Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. Pray then in this way." - Matthew 6:8b-9a