Are you letting God lead you?

Ever seen a circus elephant act like it’s tied up, even though the rope’s been cut? That’s some Christians today: Free in Christ but still living like they’re bound up, needing to perform.

This message from our “Let God” series unpacks a powerful truth—God’s not waiting to be convinced. He’s not holding back until you prove yourself. He’s already in you. Already ready. Already eager.

Religion says, “Clean yourself up, and maybe God will use you.” The Gospel says, “He cleaned you up and moved in—now just let Him.” You don’t need to strive, beg, or earn anything. You just get to let Him be your life.

Stop chasing what you already have, and let Him strengthen you. You’re plugged into His life, so now you can simply flip the switch!

Discussion Questions:

1. How often do you think about the concept of letting God free you?
2. React to this statement: God has freed me, so I can walk free!
3. Which of the Scriptures on our freedom in Christ means the most to you? Why?
4. React to this statement: God wants to strengthen me. Is that hard for you to believe without imagining Him getting you “out of the way”?
5. Which of the Scriptures on God leading you means the most to you? Why?
6. React to this statement: God is always leading me, and I can simply “let” Him.
7. How does knowing the Holy Spirit is “good” affect our choice to let Him lead?