BREAK THE ICE:
Have you ever wondered how to hear God’s voice?
How do I really know the voice I hear, is God’s?
Transition: Today we continue in our series “Interruptible” and we will look at another active faith story.
Read James 2:17
What must accompany faith?
Let’s look for the action from this blind beggar . . .
Read Mark 10:46-52
Five Things We Can Glean from Bartimaeus
- His Cry – Son __________
He clearly sees by faith that Jesus is the Christ Messiah – The Anointed One!
How does he? Because of his cry . . .
“Have Mercy on Me”
2. His P ____________e
Read v. 48
3. His A ____________n
Read v. 50a
4. His Submission
Read v. 50b
5. His A_k
Read v. 51
How did Bartimaeus engage his faith? Read v. 47
Truth – He first heard, then he responded
Application – We need to learn the art of navigating our lives by what we hear,
and to whom we listen!!
Read 2 Corinthians 5:7
What truth do we find in this passage?
BRING IT HOME:
Applying Your Personal Faith
A. Hearing is The Source of Life & Faith
Read Matthew 4:4
What was Jesus’ command?
Read Romans 10:17
What two truths are in the verse?
1.
2.
B. Understand The Voice of God
- HIs Voice is Clear
Read John 10:27
Truth – Clarity is in the sheep recognizing the Master’s voice!
2. His Voice is Consistent – Read Hebrews 13:8
3. HIs Voice is Convicting, not Condemning
Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 What’s the focus here?
Summation of lesson: God’s voice can be heard and his Words
bring life and direction. Read Psalm 119:105
What was your one compelling take-a-way today?
Your homework assignment:
What is God’s spirit highlighting for you today?
Give time this week and address that growth edge.
Let’s Pray