Daily Bread - New Hope Church

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Lesson Outline: "This, then, is how you should pray: 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, [10] your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. [11] Give us today our daily bread." -Matthew 6:9-11 (p. 678) [9]

How to Replace Worry with Daily Bread... 1. Ask God to supply.

"...You do not have because you do not ask God!" -James 4:2 (p. 848) "Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” -John 16:24 (p. 753) 2. Remember God's resources.

"My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." -Philippians 4:19 (p. 820) "And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. [29] Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. [30] If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? [31] So do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' [32] For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. [33] But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” -Matthew 6:28-33 (p. 679) [28]

"He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?" -Romans 8:32 (p. 787) 3. Trust God's timing.

"Give us today our daily bread." -Matthew 6:11 (p. 678) "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." -Matthew 6:34 (p. 679) "Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens." -Psalms 68:19 (p. 401)

"If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!" -Matthew 7:11 (p. 679)

June 1-2, 2013

How to use Talk Sheets: Talk Sheets are designed to go along with the weekend lesson. You can use this guide on your own, with your family, or as a CARE Group. Keep in mind we study not so that we will “know” more, but so that we will “become” more like Christ. Downloadable copies can be found at www.newhopechurch.tv. Below are several tips to help you get started. 1. Begin your preparation with prayer: Ask God to help you understand the passage and apply it to your life. 2. Get familiar with the study: On your own, read the Bible passages and answer the questions. The more familiar you are with the material the easier it will be to lead discussion with a group. A good modern translation of the Bible, such as the New International Version with study notes, will give you the most help. 3. Guide discussion: As a group, talk through discussion questions one at a time. Be careful not to dominate the discussion or give all the answers. Instead, wait on group members to answer. Getting people talking is the key to a good discussion. 4. Thank people for sharing: Give group members your attention as they speak and tell them how much you appreciate their input. 5. Get input from more than one person: Feel free to ask the same question to more than one person. 6. Move for application: Discussions are designed to last 30-45 minutes. Be sure to end every study by asking, “What difference will this make in your life this week?”

Discussion Guide: Open: What is one activity or personal item you could but wouldn’t want to live without this week? Explore: Read Exodus 4:1-17. Before leading the Israelites out of captivity in Egypt, Moses had a conversation with God through a burning bush. During this conversation God revealed his plan, but of course Moses had some concerns and reservations. 1. What do the objections made by Moses sound like to you? a) honest concerns, b) excuses, c) genuine humility, or d) lack of faith. 2. How would you characterize the way God dealt with Moses? a) loving, b) patient, c) angry, or d) accommodating. 3. What effect do you think these miracles would have had on you if you had been in Moses’ shoes? 4. What does this story teach us about God’s ability to provide? Reflect: Review key points from the lesson before answering the questions. 1. Think about the typical family living in your neighborhood. What might be the top 5 worries or concerns they are facing today? 2. Jesus told us to ask God to provide for our “daily bread”. What might be the difference between daily bread and daily dessert? 3. Matthew 6:32-33 describes two ways people respond to worry: a) “run-after” or b) “seek first”. How would you summarize the difference between the two? Why is it that we are hesitant to seek God first when we have a need? 4. Although God knows what we need even before we ask, He still wants us to talk with Him about it daily. Do you think talking to God about your needs is more about gaining God’s attention or developing an attitude of trust? Explain. 5. Look over the points from the lesson. Which of the three tips for replacing worry in your life do you need to apply this week? How will this lesson change the way you approach prayer? Apply: Take home challenge. A) Make a list of the ways God has provided daily bread for you or for your family in the past week. Spend a few minutes counting your blessings and thanking God for each one. B) Commit to talk with God every day until your next group meeting. At the beginning of each day, identify one need (not greed) that you have and ask God to provide daily bread for that situation. Closing Prayer: Pray the points of the lesson by saying, “God I have been worried

about _______________. I’m so glad that you want us to ask You for help. I’m thankful that You are able to provide. Help me to trust in Your timing.”