1. Opening Prayer and Scripture Reading (5 minutes)
Begin with a prayer inviting God’s presence.
Read Romans 5:1-5 together.
Reflect silently for a moment on the passage.
2. Reflection and Meditation (10 minutes)
Encourage participants to reflect on the following points:
What does it mean to have peace with God through justification by faith?
How does God’s sanctification before birth reinforce His sovereignty in our lives?
Share personal thoughts or insights prompted by the scriptures.
Guide them to journal their reflections or thoughts.
3. Discussion (5 minutes)
Open the floor for discussion based on the reflections:
Invite participants to share any insights or questions that arose.
Discuss the concept of bewitchment as explained in Galatians 3:1-5.
Encourage sharing personal experiences or struggles related to maintaining faith amidst worldly influences.
4. Practical Application (10 minutes)
Provide action points for application:
Prayer Practice: Encourage daily prayer for deeper connection with God’s peace.
Scripture Memorization: Suggest memorizing Romans 5:1-5 or Jeremiah 1:5 for strength in difficult times.
Reflection Journal: Encourage participants to continue journaling reflections from today’s session throughout the week.
5. Closing Prayer (2 minutes)
Lead a closing prayer, thanking God for His guidance and asking for strength to apply today’s teachings.
Offer a prayer for continued growth and understanding.