Spirit-Filled Heart Lesson 4 Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Spirit-Filled Heart Lesson 4

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline Introduction A. It Just Sounds Better B. Lesson Background

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock It Just Sounds Better! Euphemisms are words or phrases used to obscure the meanings of more negative terms. Can you match the following words or phrases to the euphemisms that sound more pleasant? Item number: 485155740 Collection: Graphic: © sarawuth702 / iStock / Thinkstock® Graphic: © sarawuth702 / iStock / Thinkstock®

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock It Just Sounds Better! Layoffs Poor Slum Lie Death Prison Used car Telemarketing economically disadvantaged workforce imbalance correction courtesy call negative patient outcome pre-enjoyed vehicle terminological inexactitude culturally deprived environment correctional facility

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock It Just Sounds Better! Sadly, experience has taught us not to take what people say at face value. Too often there are motives in human hearts that are hidden. God is very clear about His motives. He wants a different type of heart in His people. Click to add notes Graphic: © sarawuth702 / iStock / Thinkstock®

Lesson Outline Holy Name (Ezekiel 36:22-24) A. Profaned (v. 22) Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline Holy Name (Ezekiel 36:22-24) A. Profaned (v. 22) B. Sanctified (vv. 23, 24)

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Graphic: © SergeiKorolko / iStock / Thinkstock® The Divine Agenda Today’s text in Ezekiel 36 sets out God’s “to do list” for the plight and condition of His exiled people. Over and over God says, “I will/will I.” God’s agenda is open and sure. Look at verses 22-32 to find each item on God’s agenda. Item number: 509477062 Collection: Graphic: © SergeiKorolko / iStock / Thinkstock®

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock The Divine Agenda v. 24 v. 30 v. 23  v. 25 v. 28  v. 27 v. 26 I will reestablish you in your land. I will provide plentiful grain and fruit, staving off famine. I will restore the honor of my name among the nations. I will sprinkle clean water on you. I will once again be your God, and you will be my people. I will put my Spirit within you. I will give you a new heart. Click to add notes Graphic: © SergeiKorolko / iStock / Thinkstock®

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock What Do You Think? How might God act to exalt His name today in spite of unfaithfulness? Talking Points for Your Discussion Regarding contexts within the church Regarding contexts outside the church 9

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline II. Holy People (Ezekiel 36:25-27) A. From Filthy to Clean (v. 25) B. From Stone to Flesh (v. 26) C. From Disobedience to Obedience (v. 27)

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock What Do You Think? What idols do people worship today? How do we get people to see their error? Talking Points for Your Discussion Regarding the idols of those who make no pretense of faith in God Regarding the idols of those who divide allegiance between God and something else 11

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock What Do You Think? How can we help fellow Christians exhibit behavior that conforms to the expectations of the Holy ­Spirit? Talking Points for Your Discussion In light of “don’t judge” passages such as Matthew 7:1-5; Luke 6:37, 41, 42; John 8:7; and James 4:11, 12 In light of “do judge” passages such as Matthew 7:15-20; Luke 6:43-45; 1 Corinthians 5:12, 13; and 1 John 4:1-3 12

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline III. Fertile Land (Ezekiel 36:28-30) A. Land of Fathers (v. 28) B. Absence of Famine (vv. 29, 30)

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock What Do You Think? How would you respond to a believer who uses Ezekiel 36:29, 30 to assert that those who are truly cleansed by God will never face ­economic reversals or hardships? Talking Points for Your Discussion Considering the context of the passage Considering Matthew 19:23, 24; John 15:20; 2 Corinthians 6:3-10; Revelation 2:9; etc. Other 14

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline IV. Repentant People (Ezekiel 36:31, 32) A. Ashamed (v. 31) B. Confounded (v. 32)

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock What Do You Think? To what extent is it appropriate for Christians to engage in self-loathing? Why? Talking Points for Your Discussion Regarding voluntary choices Regarding involuntary circumstances 16

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Lesson Outline Conclusion A. Learning to Blush B. Prayer C. Thought to Remember

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock From Disgrace by Grace Israel’s fall into exile was bringing disgrace both on them and on the name of God. Silently meditate on the following questions. Pray that God will help you reject personal feelings and follow the new heart He gives believers.

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock From Disgrace by Grace When is it appropriate for a believer to remember the sins of the past?  What is it in your life that could bring disgrace on you and dishonor to the name of Christ? What have you said or done recently that could occasion a smug laugh from a nonbeliever? What is your plan to avoid these hindrances to your walk with Christ and to the evangelism of the lost?

Horizontal Visual Start a discussion by pointing to this visual as you ask, “In what ways has a Spirit-filled heart changed your outlook on life?”

Copyright © 2017 Standard Publishing, part of the David C Cook family, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 All rights reserved. Photo: © joebelanger | iStock Thought to Remember For hearts to be changed, they must be receptive to change.

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