serenespirit

We "hallow" God's name in our lives by living them according to His will. This can only be done in the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit and by surrendering to that power, yielding our wills to align with the Spirit; in that process, God is pleased. Self-centeredness which blocks our acceptance of the Holy Spirit's power brings desecration on His name. In that state we defy His will and rely upon our own strengths and limited wisdom to live our lives. Approaching prayer in true and complete humility, possibly beginning with confession of sin and expression of gratitude is evidence of the "proper" way to reach God's listening ears.