You Are My Daily Bread
by Fred Hammond
Theology & Meaning
You Are My Daily Bread is a communion and devotional song that draws on both the Lord's Prayer's petition for daily bread and Jesus' declaration that He is the Bread of Life in John 6. The song expresses daily dependence on Christ as the one true source of spiritual sustenance, countering self-sufficiency with the recognition that the believer's deepest hunger is met only in Christ.
Worship Leadership Tips
Particularly suited to communion services where the bread imagery has literal and spiritual resonance. Also works well as a quiet devotional opener or in a service focused on the Sermon on the Mount and kingdom living. Fred Hammond's gospel warmth makes it feel personal rather than formal.
Arrangement Tips
Piano-led with warm gospel feel and light accompaniment. Hammond's reflective gospel style suits a subdued, intimate arrangement. Keep the dynamic range in the quieter register. Allow the song to breathe — the prayer quality is its strength, and it suffers from being rushed or over-produced.
Scripture References
- Matthew 6:11
- John 6:35
- Psalm 34:8