Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life Petition: “Our Daily Bread”
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Feb 26, 2025 Explore the transformative power of petitionary prayer within the Lord's Prayer. Discover how requesting daily sustenance emphasizes humility and confidence in God’s support. The relationship between divine guidance and human dependence is highlighted, urging a deeper approach to prayer. Understand prayer as a meaningful, father-child connection, moving beyond mere requests. This discussion reveals how genuine prayer fosters spiritual growth and addresses our inherent vulnerabilities.
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Pray with Confidence
- Pray with confidence, knowing God's power as a Heavenly Father.
- Recognize God's immense desire to bless you, exceeding any earthly parent's love.
Perspective over Circumstances
- Gain perspective by recognizing God's glory before making requests.
- Your deepest needs are internal, concerning perspective, not external circumstances.
Humility in Prayer
- Approach prayer with humility, recognizing God's wisdom.
- See prayer as a father-child relationship, not a genie in a lamp wish fulfillment.
