Sunday, October 27, 2024
The spiritual realm: We can’t see it, but we can sense it—and often, we wrestle with trying to make sense of it.
Although it might be something you don’t really understand, or perhaps don’t even like to think about, God reminds us about its existence in his Word.
Ephesians 6:12
For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
While we don’t want to underestimate the power of the unseen world, we have a greater power, through faith in Christ. God’s power is given to those who surrender to him.
Today, respond to the following questions, reflecting on your relationship with Christ. If you haven’t surrendered your life to him, take that step today.
Discussion Questions:
- Icebreaker: What is your favorite Halloween candy?
- What makes people curious about the supernatural?
- Read Acts 19:11-20 and 1 Peter 5:8-9. What do you learn about the supernatural world? What do you learn about God?
- What is distracting you from God? What would changing course (repenting) look like for you?
- What is one step you can take toward surrender and repentance today?
Prayer:
Lord, your Word tells of a world I can’t see that is filled with darkness and evil. But I don’t need to fear, because through you I am saved! Help me live in victory. Today, I surrender all the things I try to handle with my own strength and ask that you would help me turn away from the things that distract me from you. Instead, help me fix my eyes on you, the author and perfecter of my faith. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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This post was written by Kelly Pagel, the Director of the LivingItOut.