THIS SUNDAY- Hebrews 12:1-17
This week we are going back into Hebrews, and continuing our look at part II of God disciplining his children.
-Verse 5b: "My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord..."
-Verse 7b: For what son is there whom his father does not discipline?
-Verse 10b: but he disciplines us for our good, that we may share his holiness.
Below you will find part one, and it may be helpful to go back and listen to it as a refresher.
CONSIDER/MEDITATE ON THREE ESSENTIAL REALITIES OF DISCIPLINE
Holiness: the purpose: What God is accomplishing through disciplining his children.
Adoption/Sonship: the basis: The Father disciplines his children only, those whom he loves through Jesus Christ.
Sovereign Providence: the how: God is in control of all things, and has a purpose for all things, even our trials, sufferings, and persecutions. "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose" Rm 8:28
For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives. - Hebrews 12:6
ADDITIONAL PASSAGES TO READ
James 1
1 Peter 1
Job 1
February Catchesim Question and Answer:
Question 33: What is adoption?
A. Adoption is an act of God’s free grace (1Jo 3:1), whereby we are received into the number, and have a right to all the privileges of the sons of God (Jhn 1:12; Rom 8:17).
DAILY PRIVATE/FAMILY WORSHIP
Seek daily communion with God through scripture reading, prayer, and singing. Click on the resources below.
"I feel it is far better to begin with God—to see his face first, to get my soul near him before it is near another." - Robert Murray M'Cheyne
SONGS WE ARE LEARNING
BE IN PRAYER
Family: Thelma Hutson (We will get back into the habit of praying for church members/families on a weekly basis. This will be in alphabetical order.)
Reformation and Revival: pray that we understand that" judgment that begins at the household of God" 1 Peter 4:17
Unreached People Group: Hmong Shua in China
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Comentários