And This Is His Command – 1 John 3:23
What does God expect of me as his child? To faithfully walk with Christ. And to love those that I am walking with. That is his command.
Obedience
Obedience to God is an essential component of the Christian life. It is much more important than the outward forms and rituals that are so often a mark of the Christian life. To obey is better than sacrifice.
Now That You Know These Things – John 13:17
Jesus taught his disciples many things. And his challenge is not to leave them in our heads. But now that we know, to put them into practice.
Following Jesus Wherever He Leads – John 12:26
Salvation involves more than a verbal confession. It involves faithfully following Jesus wherever he leads and serving him there.
Submit to Human Authority – 1 Peter 2:13-15
As hard as it sometimes is, Peter’s words here call on us to submit to every human authority we find ourselves under. Even if they are evil.
Examples and Warnings – 1 Corinthians 10:11
There is much we can learn from the Old Testament. Especially, to heed the warnings not to follow the examples of those who disobeyed God.
Leave Judgment to the Lord- 1 Corinthians 4:4-5
And God has called each of us to serve in different ways. We are answerable to him, not each other. So, leave judgment to the Lord.
With the Wild Animals – Mark 1:12-13
During Jesus’ time of temptation in the wilderness, he was with wild animals. A situation similar to Adam, but with very different results.
Yet not as I Will, But as You Will – Matthew 26:39
All too often my will is at odds with God’s will for me. Jesus set the example for me when that is true. “Not as I will, but as you will.”
Remember Me with Favor – Nehemiah 13:31
Nehemiah’s plea for God to remember him with favor expresses his desire to hear Jesus say to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Power Through Obedience – 2 Chronicles 27:6
Jotham’s power as a king came because of his obedience to the Lord. Similarly, if we walk steadfastly before God, he will empower us for life.
