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Pray Big

Throughout this week, pray for your family, friends or small group…

Memorize the Word 

Since this week’s passage reminds us of the universality of sin, you are encouraged you to memorize Isaiah 53:6.

Observe: 

1. List out each key character and any description of them within the passage. 

2. Underline any words or phrases that reference location, movement, or direction in this passage. 

Interpret: 

1. What is the role of the prophet in the Old Testament (cf. Exodus 7:1-2 and Jeremiah 1:4-7)? How does God’s call to Jonah compare with the call of other prophets (cf. Isaiah 20:2-3 and Ezekiel 4:1-8)?

2. What does the sovereignty (i.e. authority and control) of God over the storms in our lives reveal about both His character and His purposes (cf. Hebrews 12:6, Proverbs 10:27 and Proverbs 19:16)?

Apply:

1. When have you resisted the clear desire of God in your own life? Is there an area in your life right now that you sense resistance to God?

2. How can the confession of truth and one’s own sin provide the first step towards turning from sin and back to the Lord? What steps could you take this week to turn back to the Lord?

3. Prayerfully determine the main biblical truth or principle that God revealed to you during your study. A principle is a fact stated or implied in a passage that is relevant to our lives and not specific to a particular person or time.