Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I will help others.
Faith Verse
Romans 12:2 (NLT)
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.
Question of the Day: How should we use our time?
Read about It
Read: Galatians 5:13–15
Imagine what you would do if you had a whole day free to do whatever you wanted. We could all think of some fun ways to spend that time. You might think of some ways to treat yourself. Paul wrote to the church in Galatia to remind them that the freedom they have in Jesus should not be used to do things that are wrong. He knew that we should use our freedom in Jesus to serve and show love to others.
It’s not bad to treat ourself on occasion. But God wants us to use our time in a way that we are blessing and serving others. When we are tempted to use our time on the wrong things, we should think about these verses. Then we should ask ourself if there is anything we could do to love and serve others instead.
Talk about It
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Question 1. What does Paul tell us not to do? Answer 1. “Don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature.” (Galatians 5:13)
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Question 2. How does Paul say the law can be summed up? Answer 2. “Love your neighbor as yourself.” (Galatians 5:14)
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Question 3. Why do you think Paul called the Christians “my brothers and sisters”? Answer 3. Answers will vary.
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| Question 4. What are some ways that you have seen people waste their time?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. How should we use our time?
Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
Dear Jesus, thank You for the freedom we have that You have provided. Help us to use our time to serve others. Amen.