Today, we talk a lot about entitlement. The news and social media frequently report stories on people who seem to have a sense of entitlement, meaning that they expect certain things to be given to them. When this type of person does not easily receive what they feel that they are entitled to receive, they generally become loud and demanding.
Jesus’ instruction on prayer continues, “Give us this day our daily bread.” (Matthew 6:11) Jesus encourages us to ask for what we need, even the basic necessities. Asking for these things reminds us that He is our provider, who freely gives us what we need. When He answers our prayer, our faith becomes stronger when we remember to thank Him for His provision, which He is under no compulsion to provide, but rather gives out of His generous grace.
Reluctant Retiree 