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Luther's Small Catechism Explained in Questions and Answers

Chapter 73: THE FIFTH PETITION.
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An abridged question-and-answer exposition of a Lutheran catechism, translated into plain English for young readers, offers clear explanations of the Ten Commandments, the three articles of the Creed (creation, redemption, sanctification), and the Lord's Prayer. Each brief question prompts a concise answer that interprets theological phrases, links doctrine to everyday duties, and emphasizes fearing, loving, and trusting God, repentance and forgiveness, and right conduct. Scripture quotations are used to support the explanations, and the translator prioritizes simplicity and devotional clarity while preserving the catechetical teaching structure.

303. Need we not work for our daily bread when we pray for it every day?

Yes; God wants us to be diligent, each in our calling, trusting in His help.

Gen. 3:19. In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread.

2 Thess. 3: 10. If any would not work, neither should he eat.


THE FIFTH PETITION.

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

That is,

We pray in this petition that our Father in heaven would not look upon our sins, nor, on account of them, deny our prayer; for we are not worthy of anything we ask, neither have we deserved it; but we pray that He would give it to us out of His mercy; for we sin every day, and deserve nothing but punishment.

And we on our part will heartily forgive those who have sinned against us, and return good for evil.