How have you been led by your heart to sinfully twist good desires into sinful desires?

Have you ever felt the temptation to walk away from God? Why did this feeling come about? How did this turn out? Why is this always spiritual suicide?  

How do you experience a clash between what your heart wants and the wisdom God desires for you in Christ? 

How much time do you spend in God’s word each week? What difference does it make to your life when you are in God’s word? What changes to your life could you make to hear God’s word more? What changes could you make to lean in to God’s word?  

In what situations have you been prone to speak your wisdom to God instead of hearing and receiving the wisdom of His word? 

Are there things in God’s word you resent? How might you repent from such resentment and embrace what is true and right in God’s word? 

What sinful desires must be confessed so you might hear God’s word?

What patterns in your life must you turn from so you might receive and obey God’s word?

Why is it important to always remember the gospel when we seek God’s wisdom in the Bible? How can you make sure you always remember the gospel when you come before God’s word?