Daily Walk Through the New Testament
November 6
Read Romans 7:13-8:17

You have probably heard the phrase, “It’s better to ask forgiveness than permission.” Essentially it means someone is saying, “I’ve already decided what I want to do, and I’m not really open to finding out why it’s not a good idea.”
When we listen to teaching from Scripture, it’s easy to rationalize why a particular verse or message does not apply to our personal situations. We are hesitant to be completely ready to obey God in whatever He says. We are quick to see God as a cosmic kill-joy or to think He cannot relate to our day and age. As prevalent as this attitude is, even among Christ followers, nothing could be further from the truth.
You cannot possibly imagine all God has in store for you when you trust Him (Ephesians 3:20). Take Paul’s advice in Romans 8:5 and set your mind on the things of the Spirit. Ask God daily, “What shall I do, Lord?”