Christ's disciples lived in a society where ritualistic, recited prayer was common. They asked Christ to teach them how to pray because it was clear to them He did not pray in this way.
The George Barna research company on religious matters suggests that even people with no specific religious affiliation still pray to God on a regular basis.
The tendency of human beings to disobey God and exalt themselves indicates selfishness and pride are often the primary motives, rather than a desire to obey God.
By teaching your children to pray, you are giving them a tremendous gift in setting their feet on a path towards a relationship with their heavenly Father!
