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.
Consider Carefully What You Hear – Mark 4:23-24
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When you read the Bible, or anything else, let it speak to you. And then consider carefully what you hear and how you should respond.
Wash and Be Cleansed – 2 Kings 5:13
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Naaman felt that Elisha's instruction to wash in the Jordan to be cleansed was beneath him. Yet his ultimate obedience was key to his healing.
The Still Small Voice of God – 1 Kings 19:11-13
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When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And the voice of God, if When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And that voice, if we will hear it, will challenge us to get back into the game.will hear it, will challenge us to get back in the game.
The Bitter Fruit of Disobedience – 1 Samuel 4:10-11
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The story of Hophni and Phinehas is a sad one. Israel's spiritual leadership was currupt and the whole nation suffered the fruit of their disobedience.
Running from God’s Call to Service – Jonah 1:3
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How much like Jonah are many of God's people today? Running from God's call to service. How much better to obey than end up as whale food.
Put Jesus’ Teaching into Practice – Luke 6:49
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Don't be like the man who built his house on the sand. Put Jesus' words into practice. It is the only way to ensure that you will survive the storms of life.
Submit to Those in Authority – Hebrews 13:17
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As believers, we are called to submit to those God has put within the body to have authority over us. Make their task a joyful one.
Are You Here for Such a Time as This – Esther 4:14
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Like Esther, God has placed us here 'for such a time as this.' So make every effort to be a positive influence on the world around you.
For My Own Good – Deuteronomy 10:12-13
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Why should I walk with God and live in obedience to him? He knows what is best for me. And living in obedience to him is for my own good.
Carefully Study and Obey the Bible – Ezra 7:10
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We do not know a lot about Ezra. But he was careful to study and then obey the words of the Bible. And God blessed him because of it.
Out of the Mouth of a Talking Donkey – Numbers 22:28
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Does God need to use the mouth of a talking donkey to get your attention? Or are you willing to listen to what he says in his word or through other people?
What Does the Lord Require of You? – Micah 6:6-8
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What does the Lord require? Great personal sacrifice? Church attendance? To tithe? Or to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God?
