For Sunday, July 5, 2009

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, July 5, 2009.

1) Galatians 5:16-26
What was Paul trying to teach them? Why was this information so important? How would the world be different without anyone living by the Holy Spirit? What if everyone was living by the Holy Spirit? How can you tell if you are letting the Holy Spirit guide how you live?

2) Galatians 5:16-18
What is the conflict Paul is describing? What are the sources of the conflict?
Romans 7:14-25
How did Paul describe the conflict in this passage? In what ways can you identify with Paul’s description? Is his personal struggle encouraging or discouraging to you?

3) Galatians 5:19-21
What are the consequences of this lifestyle Paul described? Do you know what each word in these verses mean? Look up any that are unfamiliar to you.
Mark 14:38; Romans 6:6-7, 14; 1 Corinthians 6:18
How do these passages help you avoid the lifestyle of the flesh?

4) Galatians 5:22-25
What does Paul describe in this passage? What does it mean to keep in step with the Spirit? How does choosing this lifestyle affect our relationships?
Matthew 7:16-20; John 15:5-8
What do these passages teach us about how to produce spiritual fruit? Which one needs strengthening in your life? How can you tell if you are letting the Holy Spirit guide you?