Key Ideas
Faith Fact
God has plans for my life.
Faith Verse
Matthew 28:19 (NLT)
“Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.”
Question of the Day: How do I follow God’s plan for my life?
Read about It
Read: Acts 22:12–21
In our Bible reading today, the apostle Paul was speaking. He had just been attacked by an angry crowd, and he was telling them about how God had changed his life. He explained how God had called him to be a witness for Jesus. Paul obeyed by believing in Jesus and being baptized in water.
But even after saying yes to following God, Paul still had some difficult situations. He had to continue listening for what God wanted him to do, where God wanted him to go, and who God wanted him to talk to.
Paul is a great example of what it means to follow God. God is always guiding us and helping us know what He wants us to do. However, not everything in life is easy or fun or comfortable. But when God calls us to do something, even if it’s hard, we can trust that He has already prepared the way for us. He will empower us and equip us to do what He’s telling us to do, but we must be willing to follow Him.
Talk about It
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Question 1. What are some things God chose Paul to do? Answer 1. Know God’s will, see the Righteous One, hear him speak, be his witness, and tell everyone what he has seen and heard. (Acts 22:14–15)
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| Question 2. What are some ways that God speaks to you and shows you His plan?
Answer 2. Answers may vary, but could include through His Word, through dreams and visions, and through other people.
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| Question 3. Do you remember a time that you listened to God and saw how He worked in your situation? Tell us about it.
Answer 3. Answers may vary.
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| Question 4. Even though it’s sometimes difficult, why should you trust God’s plans?
Answer 4. Answers may vary.
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| Question 5. In what part of your life is God telling you to follow Him more closely?
Answer 5. Answers may vary. |
Pray about It
God, thank You for leading and guiding my life. Help me to always be ready and willing to say yes to You in anything You tell me to do. Amen.