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Scripture and questions for study and reflection:

This morning we conclude our sermon series \\u201cTransformed by Trouble.\\u201d Over the past 4 weeks we\\u2019ve been sharing that not only do we live in a broken and sinful world...but that each of us are sinful and broken as well. We have issues, sinful issues and these issues will always be around. The good news? We are transformed by the love of Jesus Christ and one day those issues will be gone forever! Hallelujah!

1. Read Romans 7. In this passage Paul speaks about law and sin and the inner conflict of the mind. What kind of destructive weapons, bad habits and emotional habits continue to enslave you? Have you been able to overcome these habits? How were you able to accomplish this?

2. Read Romans 8:1-4. What is Paul trying to tell you in this text? How does this text make you feel? How will or how has your life changed because of the promise of God?

3. Read Romans 8:5-6. Do you live your life according to the flesh or do you live your life according to the Spirit? If living according to the flesh, what changes might you need to make? If living according to the Spirit...is it evident to others? Share.

4. Read Galatians 5:16. What is Paul sharing in this text? How can this serve as a helpful reminder for you?

5. There are so many destructive weapons and destructive habits that attempt to steal our joy and make us fearful, angry, insecure and shameful. What does Paul reveal to us in Romans 8:26-39?

6. As you read this powerful Scripture text from Romans 8:26-39 what are some take away verses that you would like to memorize and read daily to feed your soul?
Prayer for the Week:

Dear Lord, it is with great thanksgiving that I praise you and give you all the glory for transforming my very troubled life into the likeness of Christ. Thank you for the Holy Spirit that speaks on my behalf, and offers me your love and grace on a daily basis. Thank you for the strength and the courage to live each day as a beloved child of God staring trouble in the eye and saying, \\u201cnot today trouble!\\u201d It is in the very strong name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.