Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

ST40: Praying "Give Us Daily Bread" (Slow Prayer)

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Feb 28, 2024
AJ and Nijay dive into the profound phrase 'give us this day our daily bread' from the Lord's Prayer. They discuss the practical and spiritual implications of daily prayer, linking it to nurturing one’s spiritual life through a personal sourdough story. The significance of bread as both nourishment and a symbol of reliance on God is explored, alongside reflections on biblical traditions and moral teachings. The conversation also touches on embracing daily anxieties through prayer, drawing connections between ancient bread symbolism and contemporary life.
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ANECDOTE

Sourdough Gift

  • A.J. received a 100-year-old sourdough starter as a gift.
  • He's been using it to make sourdough waffles and has learned about the care sourdough requires.
INSIGHT

Bread and Everydayness

  • Bread making is an ancient art requiring time and care.
  • It involves various elements and hands-on work, connecting to the everydayness of life.
INSIGHT

Daily Bread and Prayer

  • Praying for daily bread invites us to consider prayer's relation to daily life.
  • Jesus, as the bread of heaven, offers fresh sustenance.
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