More of Him, More Like Him (Part 2)Sample

Desiring Him Beyond the Motions of Worship

Observation
1. In verses 1-3 of Isaiah 58, God wanted Isaiah to vehemently call out a group of people. How did these people act on the outside? What image did they project?

2. What kind of fast does God not desire (verses. 4-5)? What kind does He desire (verses 6-7)?

Reflection
1. Based on the previous answers, complete the sentences below:
--God does not desire a fast that is______________

--To God, true fasting is____________

2. What are the results of true fasting and worship (verses 8-14)?

Application
1. How does hypocrisy manifest in your worship of God? Acknowledge them before God, and resolve to have a change of mindset.

2. What steps will you take this week to practice true fasting and worship?

Prayer
Pray to Jesus, confessing wrong practices and motives in fasting, worship and prayer. Surrender your heart to produce religious deeds acceptable to Him.