Monday: Read Galatians 4: 1– 7
- In the book of Galatians, Paul teaches about the role of the Law for the Jewish people in the Old Testament. He says that the Law was given to watch over and guide the nation of Israel until Jesus Christ, the Messiah, came to set them free. In order to explain this, Paul contrasts two types of people: slaves and sons.
- Think about this imagery. What is the difference between a slave and a son? List some differences between the two. (For example, what treatment does each receive? What privileges does each have? How does each feel? What confidence does each have?)
Tuesday: Read Romans 8:8-17
- Most of us experience situations where our guilt or perfectionism keeps us from enjoying intimacy with God. In times like these, how should the truth of Romans 8: 15– 17 restore our intimacy with God?
Wednesday: Read Psalm 139
- When had God felt most distant to you?
- What does it mean to you that we cannot go anywhere and get away from the presence of God?
Thursday: Read John 14
- Have you ever found yourself in a place where you absolutely needed the Spirit to help or comfort you? If so, what was it like and how did the Spirit comfort you?
- If you answered no to that question (or if you had to think about it awhile), do you think you should consider living a more radical life where you need the Spirit to come through? Why, or why not?
Friday: Read Galatians 3:13-14
There might be times where we think that the Spirit is distant or that God is off in the distance. When this happens keep Gal. 3:14 in mind. Jesus died so that you could receive the spirit. He purchased this intimacy for you at the greatest price.
Are you guilty of taking the Spirit for granted? If so, how can you reverse that trend in your life?
Saturday: Pause and pray
Spend some time in prayer. Ask God to draw you closer to Himself. Pray that His Holy Spirit would increase your intimacy as a child of the living God.