WEEK 8&9Topic: Jesus prayed to the fatherPerformance objectivesAt the end of this unit, pupils should be able to:1 explain why Jesus prayed.2 list out the contents of Jesus’ prayer.3 mention instances when Jesus prayed.4 state the importance of prayer.5 identify things to pray for.Guide to Bible passagesMatthew 6; 21:22; Luke 6:12; 21:22CONTENTReasons why Jesus prayedPrayer is a means of talking to our heavenly father. Jesus, while he was physically here on earth, did pray to his father. Why did Jesus pray? He prayed to receive power, strength and grace to fulfil his mission, or task, on earth. Jesus always prayed to be a role model to his disciples. He also prayed to honour God, his father.