Life By The Spirit Scripture And PracticesSample

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Welcome to the Life by the Spirit reading plan. As Paul says in Gal 5, “If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit (Gal. 5:25 NIV).” Our aim is to provide guidance as we explore practices that help us “keep in step” with the Spirit of God. Each devotional is given shape by a short daily prayer and practice. The repetition of these simple prayers and the engagement of theses practices together are powerful ways for us to open ourselves up to the movement of the Spirit. 

Daily Prayer: Lord, guide me by your Spirit. 

Daily Practice: Begin by reciting the daily prayer. Relationship with God always begins with an honest assessment of where we are today. Where are you with God today? As you meditate on Galatians 5, reflect on where you see the works of the flesh and where you see the fruit of the Spirit in your life. Give thanks to God for his grace and forgiveness. Close your time by reciting the daily prayer.