“And He said, “Come!” And Peter got out of the boat, and walked on the water and came toward Jesus. But seeing the wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Matthew 14:29-30
When we cry out to God, He may remove the problem immediately, yet we often have to wait for His perfect timing. Harsh circumstances might even be allowed to remain for His good purposes.
But we can always count on His comfort and presence, which enable us to live with joy and hope.
Change Takes Time
“Put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness” Ephesians 4:24
Talk It Over:
Why do you think God wants to make changes in you over time and not just instantly
How does the Holy Spirit work in your life? How have you seen him work in your life?
What role does a small group play in someone’s spiritual growth?
2 Chronicles 6:18
"But will God really dwell on earth with men? The heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain you. How much less this temple I have built!"
Thoughts on This Verse....
As Solomon dedicated the Temple, he realized that this tremendous accomplishment of great beauty was far too insignificant and small to house the Creator of the Universe. But, God did choose to dwell with mortals. That is what the life of Jesus is about (John 1:11-18).
God is awesome and beyond description, far too holy to be expected to associate with flawed human beings. As God, however, he has chosen to love us and come and live with us so we can return to him and share in his glory.
When we cry out to God, He may remove the problem immediately, yet we often have to wait for His perfect timing. Harsh circumstances might even be allowed to remain for His good purposes.
But we can always count on His comfort and presence, which enable us to live with joy and hope.
Change Takes Time
“Put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness” Ephesians 4:24
Talk It Over:
Why do you think God wants to make changes in you over time and not just instantly
How does the Holy Spirit work in your life? How have you seen him work in your life?
What role does a small group play in someone’s spiritual growth?
2 Chronicles 6:18
"But will God really dwell on earth with men? The heavens, even the highest heavens, cannot contain you. How much less this temple I have built!"
Thoughts on This Verse....
As Solomon dedicated the Temple, he realized that this tremendous accomplishment of great beauty was far too insignificant and small to house the Creator of the Universe. But, God did choose to dwell with mortals. That is what the life of Jesus is about (John 1:11-18).
God is awesome and beyond description, far too holy to be expected to associate with flawed human beings. As God, however, he has chosen to love us and come and live with us so we can return to him and share in his glory.
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