January 2026 Bible Study Series

Walk with God

January 2026 Bible Study Series

Walk with God is a focused, personal Bible study designed to help believers deepen their daily relationship with God through Scripture, obedience, and practical faith.

This four-week journey invites participants to grow spiritually through teaching, reflection, and community.

📅 Series Overview

Purpose
To encourage consistent time with God, obedience to His Word, and faithful living in everyday life.

Format

60–75 minute sessions
Online & in-person components

Schedule

• Online (Mondays at 9:00 PM): January 5, 12, 19, 26

• In-Person (Wednesdays at 7:30 PM): January 7, 21

What Each Session Includes

A core Bible story

• Multiple perspectives from Scripture

• At least 5 life-application lessons

• Reflection & discussion questionsOwnership

Session 1

The Beginning of the Walk: Choosing to Draw Near

Scripture Focus
Genesis 5–6 • Genesis 6:9–22 • Psalm 1 • James 4:8

Core Theme
Walking with God begins with a daily decision to draw near—even when culture moves in the opposite direction.

Key Perspectives

• Beginning again with God after failure

• Obedience when it doesn’t make sense

• Delighting in God’s Word daily

• Faithful steps that shape a lifetime

• Modern rhythms that sustain spiritual growth

Life Application

• Establish a daily rhythm of prayer and Scripture

• Replace one distraction with time with God

• Begin each day with intentional conversation with God

• Journal one insight from Scripture daily

• Practice one act of obedience this week

Reflection Questions

• What does it mean to walk with God today?

• What most distracts you from time with Him?

• How did Noah model obedience?

• What verse stood out, and how will it shape your week?
  
  

Session 2

Walking with God in Community

Scripture Focus
Exodus 33:12–23 • Exodus 34:29–35
Matthew 18:20 • Hebrews 10:24–25

Core Theme
God designed our walk with Him to be strengthened through worship, prayer, and community.

Key Perspectives

• Interceding for others

• God’s presence as the true goal

• Transformation through worship

• Encouragement within the body of Christ

• Accountability in modern faith communities

Life Application

• Join or form a small accountability group

• Schedule regular times of prayer and worship

• Study Scripture with another believer weekly

• Share encouragement intentionally

• Practice daily worship and gratitude

Reflection Questions

• Join or form a small accountability group

• Schedule regular times of prayer and worship

• Study Scripture with another believer weekly

• Share encouragement intentionally

• Practice daily worship and gratitude
  
  

Session 3

Walking with God Through Trials

Scripture Focus
James 1:2–5 • 1 Peter 1:6–7 • Job 1–2
Luke 22:31–34

Core Theme
Trials refine faith and draw believers closer to God when met with trust and endurance.

Key Perspectives

• Faith tested and refined

• Joy through perseverance

• God’s sovereignty in suffering

• Restoration after failure

• Holding onto God’s promises

Life Application

• Reframe challenges as spiritual growth opportunities

• Pray specifically through current trials

• Replace discouragement with truth from Scripture

• Maintain spiritual disciplines in hardship

• Seek forgiveness and reconciliation

Reflection Questions

• How has God used trials in your life?

• What truth comforts you most in hardship?

• How can restoration shape your testimony?

• What does endurance look like for you right now?
  
  

Session 4

The Walk That Transforms: Living in God’s Word

Scripture Focus
John 15:1–11 • Psalm 119:9–16
2 Timothy 3:16–17 • James 1:22–25

Core Theme
Abiding in God’s Word leads to real transformation and fruitful living.

Key Perspectives

• Abiding in Christ daily

• Scripture as guide and authority

• Hearing vs. doing God’s Word

• Faith expressed through action

• Living out obedience

Life Application

• Create a weekly Bible study habit with action steps

• Memorize Scripture

• Cultivate one fruit of the Spirit intentionally

• Journal daily obedience and guidance

• Practice generosity through service

Reflection Questions

• What does abiding in Christ look like in your routine?

• How has Scripture shaped your decisions recently?

• Which fruit of the Spirit is growing in you?

• How can you serve others this week?

Optional Reflection Tools

Personal Journal Prompts

• One verse that stood out

• One step of obedience taken

• One area of surrender

• One prayer request and answer

Small Group Guide

• Core verse

• 5 life applications

• 4 discussion questions

• 1 prayer focus

📖 Join the Study

Walking with God is not about perfection — it’s about faithfulness.

Next Session: January 5, 2026
Format: Online & In-Person

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