Summer Study Week 8

July 28-August 2

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This simple guide will help you engage with Scripture and grow in your relationship with God.

Scripture: Begin by reading a passage of Scripture and write down a verse or two that stand out to you.

Observation: Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application: Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer: End with a prayer, asking God to help you understand and live out what you’ve learned.

Romans 8

Romans 8 is a triumphant chapter that celebrates life in the Spirit and the assurance of God's love. Paul contrasts life in the flesh with life in the Spirit, emphasizing the freedom and victory believers have in Christ. The chapter begins with the declaration that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus and explores the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers to live according to God's will. Paul also addresses the hope of future glory and the assurance that nothing can separate us from God's love. As you study this chapter, reflect on the freedom and security you have in Christ.

Day 1

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:1-4 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer:

Thank God for the freedom and victory you have in Christ.

Reflection Questions:

1. What does it mean to have no condemnation in Christ Jesus?

2. How does the Spirit set us free from the law of sin and death?

Day 2

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:5-11 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer:

Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance to live according to God’s will.

Reflection Questions:

1. How does Paul contrast living according to the flesh and the Spirit?

2. What is the significance of the Spirit dwelling in us?

Day 3

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:12-17 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer:

Thank God for your identity as His child and heir.

Reflection Questions:

1. What does it mean to be led by the Spirit of God?

2. How does this passage describe our identity as children of God?

Day 4

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:18-25 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Pray for perseverance and hope during trials

Reflection Questions:

1. How does Paul describe the hope of future glory?

2. What role does hope play in our present sufferings?

Day 5

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:26-30 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer:

Thank God for the Spirit’s intercession and guidance in your life.

Reflection Questions:

1. How does the Spirit help us in our weakness?

2. What is the significance of being conformed to the image of Christ?

Day 6

Week 8

Scripture:

Read Romans 8:31-39 and write down a verse or two that stands out to you.

Observation:

Reflect on what the passage is saying and note any important ideas or themes.

Application:

Think about how this verse can apply to your life and what actions you might take because of it.

Prayer:

Thank God for His unending love and faithfulness.

Reflection Questions:

1. How does Paul describe the assurance of God’s love in these verses?

2. What does it mean that nothing can separate us from the love of God?

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