DECEMBER 4 - Freed to Follow
3-Year-Bible Reading: Proverbs 29:6; Psalm 138; Genesis 12:1–3; Galatians 3
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“An evil man is ensnared in his transgression, but a righteous man sings and rejoices.” — Proverbs 29:6
“The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.” — Psalm 138:8
“Now the Lord said to Abram, ‘Go from your country and your kindred and your father's house to the land that I will show you. And I will make of you a great nation... and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.’” — Genesis 12:1–3
“And if you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to promise.” — Galatians 3:29
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Have you ever been stuck doing something you knew wasn’t good, but it was hard to break free? That’s kind of what Proverbs 29:6 is getting at—the trap of sin. It holds us back. But when we live rightly, there's freedom and joy, like a song we can't help but sing. Abraham experienced this firsthand in Genesis 12, when God called him to leave everything familiar and follow Him into the unknown. That sounds scary, but Abraham trusted God and walked into a life of purpose and blessing.
The amazing part? Galatians 3 says that if we belong to Jesus, we’re part of that same promise—called out, blessed, and sent to bless others. God isn’t just freeing us from something; He’s freeing us for something.
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THINK ABOUT IT
1. Trapped or Free? What things in your life feel like they’re trapping you or holding you back? Are there habits, friendships, or fears that are keeping you from fully following God?
2. Purpose in the Unknown: Abraham didn’t know where he was going—he just trusted God’s promise. What step of faith might God be asking you to take, even if the destination isn’t clear?
3. You’re in the Story: Galatians reminds us that we’re part of God’s bigger plan. Do you believe that God wants to use you to bless others? How could your life point others to Him?
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BOTTOM LINE
God sets us free not just to leave sin behind, but to live with joy, trust His promises, and walk boldly into the purpose He’s planned for us.
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PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank You for calling me to something bigger than myself. Help me recognize the things that trap me and give me the courage to step into the freedom You offer. Remind me that I am part of Your promise and that my life has purpose in You. Use me to be a blessing to others, even when the path ahead seems unclear. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.