Taking Worship Home (Friday 03/05)

Published on March 05, 2010 by Robert Recio

Introduction:  Read John 2:23-3:15.  Review the contrast between flesh and Spirit.

Meditation:  Read Romans 8:1-11.

1. How does Paul contrast flesh with Spirit?  How does this parallel John 3:1-15?

2. Keep in mind that flesh refers to this fallen existence.  Why is it impossible to please God in the flesh?  

3. What is the relationship between God’s law and the flesh?

4. What does the Spirit provide for those who belong to Christ?  What are the consequences?

5. How are you trying to relate to God—flesh or Spirit?  Are you relying on your own self righteous deeds or the righteousness of Christ?

6. Be thankful that you belong to Christ!  Repent of your continued reliance on the flesh to try to live the Christian life.  Look to the gospel again and again to receive grace by the Holy Spirit.