For the next 5 weeks (July 7 - August 4) we will be meditating on Charles Wesley's hymn, And Can It Be That I Should Gain? Wesley began writing this hymn the day after his conversion to Christ at the age of 31 in May of 1738. There are 6 original verses that Wesley penned and we will be studying 5 of them.

Personal Reflection And Meditation

And can it be that I should gain
An interest in the Savior's blood?
Died He for me, who caused His pain-
For me, who Him to death pursued?
Amazing love! How can it be,
That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?

Scripture memorization (read, write and repeat):
Ephesians 2:4-5a But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ

Bible Study
Read Isaiah 53:4-6, 10 and answer the following questions.

In what way have you caused Jesus pain?

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What specifically did Jesus do for you?

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Was it just or fair for Jesus to experience the guilt and penalty for our sins?

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According to Isaiah verse 53:7 how did Jesus respond to the injustice done to Him?

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What is your attitude when you believe you have been treated unfairly?

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Read Mark 2:16-17 and answer the following questions:

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What about the Pharisees?

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What was their attitude towards their sin? Did they need a Savior?

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Personal Application
What did you learn about the character, plans or purposes of God through this study?

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How do you believe the Lord is speaking to you through this study?

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What adjustment in attitudes, beliefs or actions is God calling you to make?

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Take these things to God in prayer.

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