A Scripture Study on Trusting in the Universal Father and Embracing His Gifts
1. The Foundation of Faith: Trust in Yahweh
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct thy paths.
Reflection:
- Why is trusting in the Universal Father more reliable than relying on our own understanding?
- How do we “acknowledge Him” in all our ways?
- What are some ways our Heavenly Father has directed your path when you surrendered to Him?
Discussion:
- Share a time when you faced a difficult decision and chose to trust God instead of your own reasoning. What was the outcome?
2. The Life-changing Power of the Law
Psalm 19:7 – Yahweh’s Law is perfect, restoring the soul. Yahweh’s covenant is sure, making wise the simple.
Reflection:
- How does God’s Law “restore the soul”?
- In what ways does following remaining faithful to the covenant bring wisdom, even to the simple?
- How does this verse contrast with worldly wisdom?
Discussion:
- How has obedience to God’s Law brought restoration or wisdom into your life?
3. Overcoming Fear with Divine Strength
2 Timothy 1:7 – The Universal Father “did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”
Reflection:
- How does faith replace fear with power, love, and self-control?
- What are some fears that prevent people from fully trusting the Universal Father?
- How can we develop spiritual courage in daily life?
Discussion:
- What steps can we take to lean on God’s power instead of giving in to fear?
4. The Fullness of Joy in Yeshua
John 15:11 – “I have spoken these things to you, that my joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be made full.”
Reflection:
- What is the source of true joy according to Yeshua?
- How does His joy differ from worldly happiness?
- How can we remain in His joy even during trials?
Discussion:
- When have you experienced the joy of Yeshua in a difficult moment?
5. Love: The Bond of Perfection
Colossians 3:14 – “Above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfectness.”
Reflection:
- Why is love called the “bond of perfectness”?
- How does love hold together all other virtues?
- What does this verse teach us about relationships with others?
Discussion:
- What practical ways can we demonstrate Godly love in our daily lives?
6. Faith as a Life-changing Force
Urantia Book 159:3.12 – “…faith will expand the mind, ennoble the soul, reinforce the personality, augment the happiness, deepen the spirit perception, and enhance the power to love and be loved.”
Reflection:
- How does faith change our thinking and perception of life?
- In what ways does faith affect our soul, personality, and happiness?
- How does faith increase our ability to love and receive love?
Discussion:
- Which of these transformations have you personally experienced through faith?
Concluding Reflections
- Trusting in Universal Father leads to wisdom and divine guidance.
- His Law restores and strengthens us.
- Faith overcomes fear and fills us with power, love, and joy.
- Love is the highest virtue, binding all good things together.
- True faith transforms our entire being.