purpose, which would hinder us from hallowing the Name of God, and
prevent His kingdom from coming to us, such as the will of the devil, of
the world, and of our own flesh; and when He strengthens us, and keeps
us steadfast in His Word, and in the faith, even unto our end. This is
His gracious and good will.

FOURTH PETITION.

Give us this day our daily bread.

_What is meant by this Petition?_

_Ans._ God gives indeed without our prayer even to the wicked also their
daily bread; but we pray in this petition that He would make us sensible
of His benefits, and enable us to receive our daily bread with
thanksgiving.

_What is implied in the words: "Our daily bread"?_

_Ans._ All things that pertain to the wants and the support of this
present life; such as food, raiment, money, goods, house and land, and
other property; a believing spouse and good children; trustworthy
servants and faithful magistrates; favorable seasons, peace and health;
education and honor; true friends, good neighbors, and the like.

FIFTH PETITION.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against
us.