Let’s look at the ways God provides for His people today Part 11
When the Israelites asked God for bread, He brought down manna from the sky. But when we pray “Give us this day our daily bread” food doesn’t rain from the heavens! The Lord’s provision may be the same, but His methods are different.
Discover what our responsibility is for the “daily bread” we have Part 10
While many people in the world struggle to supply their basic needs, others are abundantly blessed. Let's explore why some are blessed with more.
How the Lord’s Prayer impacts our lives both when we’re in need, and when we have plenty Part 9
When your cupboards are stocked, your bank accounts sufficient, and your blessings abundant, can you sincerely pray for “daily bread”? A fresh take on Jesus’ words, “Give us this day our daily bread.”
Discover the importance of community in the Lord’s Prayer Part 8
When we choose to follow God we become part of the community of believers. As members of the larger body of Christ, we discover a whole new dimension to Jesus’ prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread.”
What Jesus meant when He said “Give us this day our daily bread” Part 7
When we go to the grocery store we buy enough to last us a week, or even a month! But in Jesus’ day, people had to find provision on a daily basis.
Find evidence in Scripture of God’s care for His people Part 6
Our basic needs, food, shelter, clothing, all seem so trivial in the grand scheme of things. And yet, Jesus made a point of teaching that God does care about our needs—trivial or not.
Tangible ways followers of God can respond to the needs in their community Part 5
All throughout the world there are families in need. There are homes that don’t have food on the table every night.
Personal experiences of God meeting us in our deepest need Part 4
Our economy is struggling. Jobs are scarce. Families are tightening their belts, trying to make ends meet. Perhaps you feel the pinch in your own home.
Finding the implications of Jesus’ prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread” Part 3
It’s hard to imagine that the God of the universe cares about our smallest needs. Yet Scripture reminds us that not only does He care, but we can trust Him to provide!
Discover that the Lord still cares about providing for His children today Part 2
When you read the biblical accounts of Jesus’ life, you witness His immense love for people, and His desire to provide for their basic needs.
Enjoy a musical theme to the Lord’s Prayer that brings Jesus’ words to life Part 1
Jesus’ instruction on prayer in Matthew chapter six has become an integral part of Christian teaching. But when the words become routine, their meaning can be lost.
Let’s look at God’s unconventional view of how to get ahead Part 28
The world’s formula for power is this: push your way to the head of the line. But Jesus’ model for successful leadership looks very different! Hear the challenging study of the parable in Matthew chapter 20.
What does it take to be successful in God’s kingdom? Part 27
To be successful in our society, it takes persistence and willpower to claw your way to the top. But to be successful in God’s kingdom, it takes humility and sacrifice to make your way to the bottom! Let's look at Jesus’ interaction with two ambitious disciples to illustrate this important distinction.
A thought-provoking discussion on “The first shall be last, and the last shall be first” Part 26
The rallying cry of the world is “Look out for number one!” But Jesus told His followers, “Put yourself last.” Let's discuss the practical side of the paradox “The first shall be last, and the last shall be first.”
God’s impartial justice and His unmerited grace Part 25
In Matthew chapter 20, Jesus told a parable that explored two characteristics of God, His impartial justice, and His unmerited grace. Let's study both aspects of God’s personality, and suggest we need a healthy balance of these two views in order to see God clearly.
