Study Guide
The Ditch of Legalism
Legalism is the false belief that we can earn God’s favor through obedience, but salvation is only through the grace of Christ.
Something to think about: Why do you think people struggle to accept that salvation is by grace alone?
The Truth of the Gospel: Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone
Salvation comes not from works but through faith in Christ, by grace alone, as a free gift from God.
Something to think about: How does Peter’s testimony about the Holy Spirit affirm that salvation is by faith and not by works?
The Ditch of License
While grace frees us from legalism, it does not permit us to live however we please—true faith leads to obedience.
Something to think about: How can you tell the difference between true freedom in Christ and abusing grace?
The Call to Love
The Gospel calls us to love God and others, often requiring us to set aside personal freedoms for unity and witness.
Something to think about: Jesus calls us to love God and others—how well are you doing in both areas? What practical steps can you take to grow in love this week?
The Gospel Calls Christians to Abandon Themselves
Following Jesus means denying ourselves, humbly serving others, and putting God’s will above our own comfort and desires.
Something to think about: What areas of your life do you need to surrender to depend on Christ fully? How can you take steps toward trusting Him more completely?
Legalism is the false belief that we can earn God’s favor through obedience, but salvation is only through the grace of Christ.
Something to think about: Why do you think people struggle to accept that salvation is by grace alone?
The Truth of the Gospel: Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone
Salvation comes not from works but through faith in Christ, by grace alone, as a free gift from God.
Something to think about: How does Peter’s testimony about the Holy Spirit affirm that salvation is by faith and not by works?
The Ditch of License
While grace frees us from legalism, it does not permit us to live however we please—true faith leads to obedience.
Something to think about: How can you tell the difference between true freedom in Christ and abusing grace?
The Call to Love
The Gospel calls us to love God and others, often requiring us to set aside personal freedoms for unity and witness.
Something to think about: Jesus calls us to love God and others—how well are you doing in both areas? What practical steps can you take to grow in love this week?
The Gospel Calls Christians to Abandon Themselves
Following Jesus means denying ourselves, humbly serving others, and putting God’s will above our own comfort and desires.
Something to think about: What areas of your life do you need to surrender to depend on Christ fully? How can you take steps toward trusting Him more completely?
Prayer Points
Discernment in Christian Freedom:
Ask God to show you any areas where you are relying on works instead of grace and wisdom to exercise your freedoms without leading others into sin.
Walking in Unity:
Ask God to help us pursue unity in the body of Christ, despite disagreements, so that our witness to the world remains strong.
Live in the Freedom of Grace:
With all due gratitude, ask God to help you walk in the joy and confidence of salvation through Christ alone.
Trusting God’s Purpose in Conflict:
Ask God to help you trust Him to bring good out of difficult disagreements and use them for His greater plan.
Spiritual Discernment and Humility:
Pray that you would be led by the Holy Spirit in your relationships, making decisions with humility, love, and a desire to follow God’s will.
Ask God to show you any areas where you are relying on works instead of grace and wisdom to exercise your freedoms without leading others into sin.
Walking in Unity:
Ask God to help us pursue unity in the body of Christ, despite disagreements, so that our witness to the world remains strong.
Live in the Freedom of Grace:
With all due gratitude, ask God to help you walk in the joy and confidence of salvation through Christ alone.
Trusting God’s Purpose in Conflict:
Ask God to help you trust Him to bring good out of difficult disagreements and use them for His greater plan.
Spiritual Discernment and Humility:
Pray that you would be led by the Holy Spirit in your relationships, making decisions with humility, love, and a desire to follow God’s will.