Wcf Sunday Services

In this sermon, “Pray This Way,” Rev. Dr. David Chotka opens the series The Lord and His Prayer by dwelling on the first words Jesus teaches us to pray: “Our Father” (Matthew 6). Far from a casual greeting, these words reshape how we understand God, ourselves, and one another. Dr. Chotka explores what it means to approach God not as a distant deity, but as a loving Father who invites intimacy, trust, and obedience. He also reflects on the meaning of “our,” showing how the fulfillment of the messianic prophecies makes it possible for us to call the Father “our” Father with Jesus—drawn into His own relationship with God through the work of the Messiah. This message invites listeners to slow down, listen carefully to Jesus, and rediscover prayer as a relational encounter that transforms the heart. Whether you are new to prayer or seeking deeper roots, this sermon sets the foundation for learning to pray as Jesus taught.