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    Following God's Direction
    Following God's Direction
    Following God's Direction
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    Following God's Direction

    By Sarah Young

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    In this eight-session Bible study, Following God's Direction, explore what the Bible has to say about the way God directs you steps. Learn how you can embrace God's path for you in spite of obstacles, and how you can experience the life that God has intended for you as you follow Him in obedience. Discover, as King David came to realize, "The LORD upholds him with his hand" (Psalm 37:23–24).

    Each Jesus Always Bible study includes readings from Jesus Always, selected Scripture and study questions, daily reflection questions, and is designed for use in personal, small group, or classroom settings.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherThomas Nelson
    Release dateJan 30, 2018
    ISBN9780310091288
    Following God's Direction
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    Sarah Young

    Sarah Young, author of the bestselling 365-day devotionals Jesus Calling® and Jesus Listens, was a missionary alongside her husband, Stephen, for forty-five years. In her writing and in her mission work, Sarah was committed to helping people connect with Jesus and the Bible. Her books have sold more than 45 million copies worldwide. Jesus Calling® has appeared on all major bestseller lists. Sarah’s writings include Jesus Calling®, Jesus Listens, Jesus Always, Jesus Today®, Jesus Lives™, Dear Jesus, Jesus Calling® for Little Ones, Jesus Calling® Bible Storybook, Jesus Calling®: 365 Devotions for Kids, and more, each encouraging readers in their journeys toward intimacy with Christ. Sarah believed praying for her readers was a privilege and God-given responsibility and did so daily even amidst her own health challenges. Connect with Jesus Calling at: Facebook.com/JesusCalling Instagram.com/JesusCalling YouTube.com/JesusCallingBook Pinterest.com/JesusCalling

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      Following God's Direction - Sarah Young

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      INTRODUCTION

      Sometimes our busy and difficult lives give us the impression that God is silent. We cry out to Him, but our feelings tell us He isn’t answering our prayers. In this, our feelings are incorrect. God hears the prayers of His children and speaks directly into the situations in which we find ourselves. The trouble is that our lives are often too hectic, our minds too distracted, for us to take in what He offers.

      This Jesus Always Bible study is designed to help individuals and groups meditate on the words of Scripture and hear them not just as words said to people long ago but as words said to us today in the here and now. The goal is to help the heart open up and respond to what the mind reads—to encounter the living God as He speaks through the Scriptures. The writer to the Hebrews tells us:

      In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word.

      —HEBREWS 1:1–3

      God has spoken to us through His Son, Jesus Christ. The New Testament gives us the chance to walk with Jesus, see what He does, and hear Him speak into the sometimes-confusing situations in which we find ourselves. The Old Testament tells the story of how God prepared a people to be the family of Jesus, and in the experiences of those men and women, we find our own lives mirrored.

      THE GOAL OF THIS SERIES

      The Jesus Always Bible Study Series offers you a chance to lay down your cares, enter God’s Presence, and hear Him speak through His Word. You will get to spend some time silently studying a passage of Scripture, and then, if you’re meeting with a group, openly sharing your insights and hearing what others discovered. You’ll also get to discuss excerpts from the Jesus Always devotional that relate to the themes of the Bible passages. In this way, you will learn how to better make space in your life for the Spirit of God to speak to you through the Word of God and the people of God.

      THE FLOW OF EACH SESSION

      Each session of this study guide contains the following elements:

      • CONSIDER IT. The two questions in this opening section serve as an icebreaker to help you start thinking about the theme of the session, connecting it to your own past or present experience, and allowing you to get to know the others in your group more deeply. If you’ve had a busy day and your mind is full of distractions, these questions can help you better focus.

      • EXPERIENCE IT. Here you will find two readings from Jesus Always along with some questions for reflection. This is your chance to talk with others about the biblical principles found within the Jesus Always devotions. Can you relate to what each reading describes? What insights from God’s Word does it illuminate? What does it motivate you to do? This section will assist you in applying these biblical principles to your everyday habits.

      • STUDY IT. Next you’ll explore a Scripture passage connected to the session topic and the readings from Jesus Always. You will not only analyze these Bible passages but also pray through them in ways designed to engage your heart and your head. You’ll first talk with your group about what the verse or verses mean and then spend several minutes in silence, letting God speak into your life through His Word.

      • LIVE IT. Finally, you will find five days’ worth of suggested Scripture passages that you can pray through on your own during the week. Suggested questions for additional study and reflection are provided.

      FOR LEADERS

      If you are leading a group through this study guide, please see the Leader’s Notes at the end of the guide. You’ll find background on the design of the study as well as suggested answers for some of the study questions.

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      SESSION 1

      FOLLOWING GOD BY TREASURING HIS WISDOM

      CONSIDER IT

      Each day we’re deluged by data—the jumble of facts, pseudo-facts, thoughts, images, sounds, and opinions that floods our awareness every waking moment if we don’t deliberately shut it out. With effort, we can organize and manage some portion of that data in a way that makes sense for us and helps us process our surroundings.

      Most of us feel pretty good if we can contain some of the overflow at any given moment. But the biblical writers weren’t impressed by mere information. They push us to think long and hard about what is truly important and then reflect only on the information that’s valuable so we can honestly say we have knowledge about things that really matter. Beyond knowledge, the biblical writers urge us to pursue a heart-level understanding of how to live well in the world—and then put that understanding into practice. The word they use for applying this understanding to attain a life well lived is wisdom.

      Wisdom doesn’t always come quickly or effortlessly. It can’t be downloaded. But if we want to learn to discern God’s direction, the place to start is by setting our sights on wisdom. In this session, we’ll begin to consider what wisdom is and how we can attain it.

      1. What are some of the sources of information that pour into your life each day?

      [Your Response Here]

      2. How does all this information affect you? How does it influence your ability to discern what God might be saying to you?

      [Your Response Here]

      EXPERIENCE IT

      I am your Treasure! Sometimes you feel frazzled—pulled this way and that by people and circumstances around you. Your yearning for meaning and deep connection drives you into more and more activity. Even when your body is still, your mind tends to race—anticipating future problems and searching for solutions. You need to remember that all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden in Me. Remind yourself of this glorious truth frequently, whispering: Jesus, You are my Treasure. In You I am complete.

      When you prize Me above all else, making Me your First Love, you are protected from feeling fragmented. Whenever you find your thoughts straying, you can train your mind to return to the One who completes you. This gives focus to your life and helps you stay close to Me. Living near Me, enjoying My Presence, involves seeking to obey My commands. I am telling you this so that My Joy may be in you and that your Joy may be complete.

      —FROM JESUS ALWAYS, JANUARY 9

      3. In Genesis 15:1, God told Abraham, I am your . . . exceedingly great reward (NKJV). What does it mean to uphold God as your great reward? In what way is He your treasure?

      [Your Response Here]

      4. According to the Bible, why is turning to Jesus the best way to deal with problems versus letting your mind race

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