Walk_by_Faith_-_AI_manuscript.pdf

**Bible Study Discussion Guide**

**Bible Reading:**
- Genesis 11:27-32
- Genesis 12:1-9

**Observation Questions:**
1. What was Abram's background and family situation as described in Genesis 11:27-30?
2. How did God communicate His command and promise to Abram in Genesis 12:1-3?
3. What actions did Abram take in response to God's call, as detailed in Genesis 12:4-9?
4. How did Abram demonstrate his faith and worship throughout his journey?

**Interpretation Questions:**
1. What does God's choice of Abram, despite his background, reveal about God's character and His way of working through human brokenness?
2. How does Abram's willingness to leave his homeland illustrate the concept of faith over fear?
3. In what ways does Abram's building of altars and worshiping God serve as a model for believers today?
4. How can the unfolding of God's promises to Abram over time teach us about patience and trust in God's timing?

**Application Questions:**
1. Reflect on areas of your life that seem barren or broken. How can you trust that God can use these for His glory?
2. Identify any fears or comforts that might be holding you back from fully trusting God. What steps can you take to choose faith over fear this week?
3. How can you make worship a regular part of your life, both individually and with your family? What specific actions can you take to prioritize worship?
4. Consider a situation where you are waiting for God's promises to be fulfilled. How can you teach your children or others around you the importance of trusting in God's timing?
5. Evaluate your spiritual walk. Are you actively walking in faith, or have you settled for comfort? What changes can you make to recommit to trusting God daily?
6. Think of a specific way you can model faith through your actions this week. How can you demonstrate obedience to God's Word, even when it's challenging?
7. If you feel distant from God, what steps can you take to rebuild your altar of worship and reconnect with Him through prayer and Scripture?

Day 1: God's Unlikely Choices
God's sovereign choice of Abram, a man from a pagan land with no children, illustrates His ability to work through human brokenness and impossibilities. This choice demonstrates that God often selects the unlikely and the weak to fulfill His purposes, showcasing His grace and power. Abram's story reminds us that God can use the barren and broken areas of our lives for His glory. It challenges us to reflect on our own lives and trust that God can work through our weaknesses and limitations. By embracing this truth, we can find hope and purpose in the midst of our struggles, knowing that God is at work in ways we may not yet understand.

Genesis 12:1-2 (ESV): "Now the Lord said to Abram, 'Go from your country and your kindred and your father's house to the land that I will show you. And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing.'"

Reflection: Identify an area in your life that feels barren or broken. How can you invite God to work through it for His glory today?


Day 2: Stepping Out in Faith
Abram's journey required him to leave behind his comfort and security, trusting in God's promise. This act of faith teaches us that walking by faith often involves stepping out of our comfort zones and relying on God rather than worldly assurances. Abram's willingness to trust God over his fears serves as a powerful example for us today. We are encouraged to examine what fears or comforts are holding us back from fully trusting God and to choose faith over fear. By doing so, we can experience the fullness of God's promises and the peace that comes from relying on Him.

Hebrews 11:8 (ESV): "By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going."

Reflection: What is one fear or comfort that is holding you back from fully trusting God? How can you take a step of faith today to overcome it?


Day 3: Worship as a Response
Throughout his journey, Abram built altars and worshiped God, demonstrating that worship is a vital response to God's promises and presence. Worship keeps our focus on God and strengthens our faith, serving as a reminder of His faithfulness and goodness. By making worship a regular part of our lives, both individually and with our families, we cultivate hearts that are continually turned towards God. This practice not only deepens our relationship with Him but also equips us to face life's challenges with a spirit of gratitude and trust.

Psalm 95:6-7 (ESV): "Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand."

Reflection: How can you incorporate worship into your daily routine this week? Consider setting aside specific times for personal and family worship.


Day 4: Trusting God's Timing
God's promises to Abram unfolded over time, requiring patience and trust. This reminds us that God's plans are often bigger and better than our own, and His timing is perfect. As we navigate our own journeys, we are encouraged to trust in God's timing and to be patient as we wait for His promises to be fulfilled. Teaching our children the importance of trusting in God's timing can help them develop a strong foundation of faith and patience. By embracing this truth, we can find peace and assurance in the knowledge that God is in control.

Ecclesiastes 3:11 (ESV): "He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man's heart, yet so that he cannot find out what God has done from the beginning to the end."

Reflection: What is one area of your life where you are struggling to trust God's timing? How can you practice patience and trust in His perfect plan today?


Day 5: The Journey of Faith
Abram's journey was marked by obedience and worship, even when the path was uncertain. This serves as a model for our own spiritual walk, challenging us to evaluate whether we are actively walking in faith or settling for comfort. By recommitting to trusting God daily and letting worship be the foundation of our faith journey, we can experience the fullness of His faithfulness. Even when we falter, we can rest in the assurance that God remains faithful, guiding us every step of the way.

2 Corinthians 5:7 (ESV): "For we walk by faith, not by sight."

Reflection: Are you actively walking in faith or settling for comfort in your spiritual journey? What is one step you can take today to deepen your trust in God?

1. "God specializes in calling people from brokenness into His purpose. Just as He chose Abram from a land of idolatry, He is calling you to step away from sin and follow Him."


2. "Walking in faith involves stopping believing in anything else to meet our needs and trusting that God will be our provider, protector, and Lord."


3. "God's choice of Abram reveals His grace. He uses our weaknesses and insufficiencies as opportunities to show His strength and fulfill His purpose."


4. "Faith over fear: Don’t let fear or comfort keep you from experiencing His blessings. Trust His promises to restore and bless you."


5. "Abram’s journey started with obedience to God’s call. Your walk of faith starts by saying yes to Jesus, trusting Him to lead you to a new life filled with purpose and hope."


6. "God’s promises are true—what He promises, He will accomplish in time. Even if things look bleak, trust Him in your trials."


7. "The appropriate response of faith to God’s word and His promises is worship. Worship is the foundation of our walk of faith."


8. "God’s plans are bigger and better than our plans. He is a multigenerational God, and we should have a multigenerational vision."


9. "Abram wasn’t perfect, and neither are you. Return to God, knowing He chooses to work through broken vessels for His glory."


10. "Trust God with your family’s deepest struggles. His power is made perfect in weakness, transforming impossible situations into testimonies of His grace."