Study Guide Feb. 8th thru 13th

STUDY GUIDE

Monday, February 8: Children of God; Read 1 John 3:1. When we commit our lives to Jesus, we become His sons and daughters. Because God is responsible for our welfare, we are told to cast all our cares and anxieties upon Him. God is keenly aware that we are dependent on Him for life’s necessities.
Tuesday, February 9: How’s Your Heart? Read 1 Samuel 16:7. When scripture talks about the heart, it is not talking about just that life sustaining muscle, but rather our entire inner being. The heart is the seat of our emotions, the seat of decisive action, and the seat of belief. The heart symbolizes the center of our moral, spiritual and intellectual life.
Wednesday, February 10: Reprogramming Our Hearts; Read Isaiah 43:4. When we are young, our minds are constantly being programmed by the experiences we have. Later on, those instructions that have been inserted into our brains will try to tell us what to do and think. When the things that have been put into our memories are bad or untrue, we will have problems later in life.
Thursday, February 11: Ruling In Your Heart; Read Luke 17:20. Too many people think that God is to be found by looking within in our minds. Jesus goal was instead to teach us to look within our hearts. This is exactly what happens when we give our life to Christ. More and more each day, may your life clearly reflect the presence of Christ in your life.
Friday, February 12: The Power Of Touch; Read Mark 1:41. How long has it been since you experienced a human touch such as a warm embrace, an encouraging pat on the back, or a friendly handshake? Has it been months or even years? The best way to help the oppressed, the sick and the poor is to touch them with our compassion. Who will you touch in the name of Christ?
Saturday, February 13: Rebuilding Relationships; Read Hebrews 12:14. Is there a relationship that you need to rebuild? Too often people are filled with regret and guilt because they failed to reach out to someone with whom they were at odds. If a broken relationship comes to mind, know that the place to begins within yourself. Are you convinced that rebuilding that relationship is something that God wants you to do?
(Wisdom., Stilwell., Thomas Nelson. 2008.)