As we continue on in Romans 8, we see a call to reject a life focused on earthly pursuits and desires of the flesh and to live according to the Spirit and set our minds on the things above. We are called to choose life, reject death and submit to God’s law, which we cannot do on our own, but with help from the Holy Spirit, our Helper.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS
THINKING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR MINDS TO HELP US UNDERSTAND GOD’S WORD.
Compare and contrast “setting your mind on the flesh” and “living according to the Spirit.” Give examples.
What does it mean to submit to God’s law? (v7)
FEELING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR AFFECTIONS TO HELP US LOVE GOD
Reread verses 7 and 8. How are these verses part of the gospel? What is the rest of the story?
How does having the Holy Spirit as Helper encourage you and help you in your faith?
DOING: QUESTIONS AIMED AT OUR HANDS TO HELP US LIVE FOR GOD (PERSONALLY, COMMUNALLY, AND MISSIONALLY)
Where is your mind “set”? What can you do in order to set your mind more on the Spirit?
Have you ever had the thought, “What difference does the Spirit make in my life?” or “What difference does sin/the flesh make in my life?” How would you respond to either or both of those questions?
