Abba: "The Meaning"
The most significant word in Prayer is "Abba", which means "Father"
Abba implies many things:
1) His mercy, compassion and love for the child.
2) His personal interest in the child and consistant concern for its good.
3) His willingness to provide for the needs of and give protection to the child.
4) The use of his mature knowledge, judgement and wisdom in guiding and caring for the child.
On the childs lips "ABBA"signifies:
a) An implicit willingness to love, honor and respect the Father.
b) An awareness of dependency on the Father.
c) A sense of confidence in the Father's judgement and trust in his integrity and abilities.
d) Ready obedience to the Father's desires and will, with corresponding acceptance of the Father's right and responsibility to discipline for the child's good.
"Abba"signifies the essence of what it means to have a personal relationship with "God".
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