What “Daily Bread” Really Means in the Lord’s Prayer
Navigating Life From The Cross
Release Date: 06/29/2025
Pastor Scott Thom focuses on the phrase “Give us this day our daily bread.” He unpacks its deeper meaning, highlighting God’s desire for us to depend on Him daily—for both physical and spiritual needs. Pastor Thom explains that prayer isn’t just about asking for things, but about cultivating a relational trust with God. He also explores forgiveness, humility, and how these daily practices keep our connection with God strong and free from hindrance.
📖 Discussion Questions
- What does “daily bread” mean to you beyond literal food?
- Why do you think Jesus emphasized asking for daily provision instead of long-term planning in prayer?
- How does forgiveness relate to our ability to receive from God?
- In what ways can praying daily for both physical and spiritual needs strengthen your relationship with God?
- Have you ever experienced a time when forgiving someone helped you feel more spiritually free?
🙏 Prayer Points
- Ask God for daily provision—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
- Pray for a heart of contentment and trust in God’s timing and supply.
- Confess areas where you've held on to unforgiveness; ask for grace to release them.
- Thank God for His daily mercies and the freedom to approach Him honestly.
- Ask for spiritual insight and nourishment through His Word each day.
✅ Action Steps
- Daily Prayer: Set aside time each day to pray specifically for daily needs—both material and spiritual.
- Forgiveness Journal: Write down any lingering hurts or disappointments. Pray through them and choose to forgive.
- Spiritual Nourishment: Commit to reading at least one passage of Scripture daily and asking God to speak through it.
- Specific Requests: Be detailed in your prayers—trusting God with both your needs and wants.
- Gratitude Practice: Each evening, thank God for how He provided that day, no matter how small.