Give us this day our daily bread

Then the LORD said to Moses, “I am going to rain bread from heaven for you. The people are to go out each day and gather enough for that day.

This way I will test them to see whether or not they will follow my instructions.” (Exodus 16:4)

I couldn’t help but think that Jesus was referring to this passage when he told his disciples to pray,

Give us today our daily bread. (Matthew 6:11)

It never really struck me before what we’re really saying when we pray that.

Not only are we asking God to provide our needs. But we are praying, “Lord teach me to trust you daily. Teach me to trust you enough that I will obey you in everything.”

Lord, thank you for rescuing me from slavery to sin. Each day, may I know you more deeply, seeing your glory. (6-7)

And as I do, teach me to daily trust and obey you…in everything.

Give me today my daily bread.

In Jesus’ name, amen.