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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

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.

Marching around Jericho

Marching around Jericho – Joshua 6:2-5

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As we serve the Lord, we often want instant results. But instead, we are called to faithfully march around Jericho, leaving the timing to God.

Steadfast in obedience

Steadfast in Obedience – Psalm 119:4-6

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As a child of God, it should be my goal to be steadfast in obedience to the instructions of Jesus and his apostles found in the Scripture.

A command to love

A Command to Love – 1 John 4:21

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Love one another. This is not an optional suggestion. It is a command to love. Even those who are hard to love.

Are you born of God?

Are You Born of God? – 1 John 3:9-10

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How can you know that you have been born of God? John tells us that we can know. Do we do what is right? And do we love other believers?

Humble Yourself under God's Mighty Hand

Humble Yourself under God’s Mighty Hand – 1 Peter 5:6

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When we humble ourselves and submit to God's direction, he will guide us and draw us ever closer to himself.

Living according to the Spirit

Living According to the Spirit – Romans 8:5

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Discipleship is all about surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus and living according to the Spirit. That is where true life is found.

I am the Lord your God

I Am the LORD Your God – Leviticus 26:13

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Why should we obey God and follow him? Because he is the Lord our God who has created us, redeemed us, and brought us into his family.

He guides the humble

He Guides the Humble – Psalm 25:9, 12

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How can you discern God's will for your life? Come before him in humility and with a willingness to obey. And he will guide your steps.

Consider carefully how you listen to Jesus' words

Consider Carefully How You Listen – Luke 8:18

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What do you do with Jesus' words? Do you consider carefully how you listen? Paying close attention and putting his words into practice?

As the Lord Has Directed

As the Lord Has Directed – Genesis 24:50-51

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Rebecca's family recognized the Lord directing the servant to them. And they submitted to his leading. Do I recognize and submit to his leading?

The sin that so easily entangles

How Does Sin So Easily Entangle Us?

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Sin is much like the obstacles that can trip us up as we walk. Getting entangled with these obstacles can hinder, or end, our journey.

A pitched tent

Pitching Your Tent – Genesis 13:18

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Where have you pitched your tent, and put down roots? Are you where God wants you to be? If so, you can expect blessings you would otherwise miss.

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