Questions
Pray and invite God into this time with Him.
Talk about a time you felt excluded. Try to think of a time you felt you belonged at first, only to find out you were actually being excluded. How did that make you feel?
Read Ephesians 1:3-5, 7 & 2:19.
You are chosen by God. How does that feel? How does that counteract that way you felt when you were excluded from something?
Through Christ, we are completely forgiven. God doesn’t hold anything against us. Have you actually accepted that you’re forgiven, do you feel forgiven? Or do you still feel guilt & shame about certain things?
Read Ephesians 5:15.
God forgives our sins, but the effects of those sins can still linger. How can you fight the lingering guilt & shame? List things you’re grateful for that God has given you.
Read Ephesians 3:19-20 & 1:4.
God wants us to live like we are chosen by Him. How can you start doing that? List at least one practical step you can take.
Spiritual Practice
Prayer: Spend time in prayer with God. Thank Him for giving us what we can’t give ourselves. For His strength, His mightiness, His grace. Thank Him for choosing you and always forgiving your sins.
