Matthew 6:6-16

6 But you, whenever you pray, go into your own room and shut the door: then pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father--He who sees in secret--will recompense you.

7 "And when praying, do not use needless repetitions as the Gentiles do, for they expect to be listened to because of their multitude of words.

8 Do not, however, imitate them; for your Father knows what things you need before ever you ask Him.

9 "In this manner therefore pray: `Our Father who art in Heaven, may Thy name be kept holy;

10 let Thy kingdom come; let Thy will be done, as in Heaven so on earth;

11 give us to-day our bread for the day;

12 and forgive us our shortcomings, as we also have forgiven those who have failed in their duty towards us;

13 and bring us not into temptation, but rescue us from the Evil one.'

14 "For if you forgive others their offences, your Heavenly Father will forgive you also;

15 but if you do not forgive others their offences, neither will your Father forgive yours.

16 "When any of you fast, never assume gloomy looks as the hypocrites do; for they disfigure their faces in order that it may be evident to men that they are fasting. I solemnly tell you that they already have their reward.