Feb 2019 at Living Word
Ever go on a trip? Do you use advice from a friend, an app, compass, gps, guide, or map? You need to get your direction from somewhere. How do you choose the right somewhere?
You will face challenges as you go through life. Many times, it is difficult to make the right choices. You need a plan to get something done. You make the right plan when you seek guidance from the Holy Spirit.
Many people try to go through life alone trying to live a life of independence and self- reliance. Many who try pay a high price, God had a better plan, but they choose theirs. Living in the guidance and presence of the Holy Spirit leads to the best adventures possible.
Why do you sit back and marvel at the endurance and skills that people display? Not one of them got where they are on their own. When we get the right people around us who challenge and help us make good choices daily then we can do great things.
Children learn – The Bible should be my guide.
February 3 Josiah read God’s word – 2 Chronicles 34, Psalm 119:105, Proverbs 30:5
February 10 Ezra read God’s word – Nehemiah 8:1-12, Psalm 119:105, 2 Timothy 3:16 Reading the Bible is a way to worship God.
February 17 Esther chose courage – Ester2:2-18: 4:1-17, 5:1-14; 7:1-10; 8:1-17; Psalm 119:105. The Bible teaches us how to live.
February 24 Daniel’s choice – Daniel 1:1-20 Psalm 119:105,160. The truths found in the Bible never change
Youth learn about engaging culture in an ever-changing world.
February 3 When substances take over – Ephesians 5:15-21 Only God’s Holy Spirit should dictate our thoughts and actions
February 10 When marriage is questioned – Genesis 2:18-25 – marriage is one man & one woman for life.
February 17 When materialism consumes – 1 John 2:12-17; 3:16-18 – Possessions won’t last & they don’t satisfy, but God’s love does.
February 24 When false religions deceive – 1 John 2:18-29 – truth is grounded in the reality of who Jesus Christ is
All around influences try to pull us away from God. We can’t allow that to happen. We must decide who is going to influence us. Galatians 5:22-26 Being filled with the Holy Spirit leads to great things. Our actions, attitudes, and words should reflect Christ.