Meeting B: Being Transformed by Scripture

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By C.S. Lewis Institute on February 20, 2023 ,

Being Transformed by Scripture

The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;
 the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;
 the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the rules of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether.
 More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb.
 Moreover, by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.

Psalm 19:7-11 (ESV)

1. Opening Prayer

2. Scripture Reading

Read aloud the Bible passage at the top of this page (Psalm 19:7-11).

3. Group Discussion

(1)  What struck you the most about Professor Redd’s teaching in the video, “Being Transformed by Scripture”?  If you were telling a friend or family member about it, what would you highlight?  What will you remember?

(2)  Considering Bill Kynes article, “How to Read the Bible, Part 4: How is the Bible Useful?”, what is the Bible for?  In what ways do we read the Bible as we would no other book?

(3)  What struck you about the chapters in Habits of Grace titled “Wash in the Waters Again” and “Grow in Grace at the Table”?

(4)  What insights did you gain from the Bible Study of Psalm 19?

4. Prayer Requests

5. Closing Prayer

Homework

1. Reflect

Within a day or two after the meeting, prayerfully reflect on the meeting and its content.

2. Change

As you consider the Bible studies, readings, teaching video and other activities you have completed over the last month in studying the theme—Being Transformed by Scripture—are there changes you would like to make in your life, or other actions you would like to take at this time?

3. Prayer

Our Father, how precious is Your Word to us.
Help us daily to realize its value and to treasure its truths.
Thank You, Father, for the way You speak to us through Scripture.
May we realize its relevance and appreciate how often Your Word
addresses the needs of our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

4. Prepare for Next Meeting

Coming Next:  Theme 8:  Pursuing God’s Call on Your Life—Meeting A

(1)  Read Taking God at His Word, by Kevin DeYoung, pp. 95-124 (29 pages)

(2)  Read article, “Work:  A Holy Calling,” by Jerram Barrs, found on CSLI website (from Knowing & Doing, Fall 2008, ~3 pages)

(3)  Read “Praying the Bible” by Don Whitney, found on CSLI website (Volume 4 Number 4 issue of Broadcast Talks, ~8 pages).

(4)  Complete Bible Study, Romans 1:6-7, 8:28, 8:30; 1 Peter 2:9-10.

 a. Read. Carefully read these passages.  As you do so, consider: What does the text say?  What was the original intent?  What do the passages mean?  How do the passages apply to my life, and the lives of others, today?

b. Reflect. What are the implications of our general calling (Romans 1:6-7, 8:28, 8:30)?

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