WHAT OBEDIENCE MEANS.pptx

The Beauty of Obedience to God

1. John 14:21-24 Choose to grow in our obedience

2. Intro: All of us know that we must obey God, but somehow, we still act in rebellion and many times end up into trouble as a result of our disobedience. AGREE! Goal for message: > We will be able to learn to obey god seriously

3. What does OBEDIENCE mean? By definition= submissive to the restraint or command of authority : willing to obey. > In simple terms it means hearing the word of God and acting on it. (Luke 11:28) > It implies aligning our will to God’s will; doing what God has asked us to do. Mark 14:36 Luke 22:42 > It is when we completely surrender to His authority and base our decisions and our actions on His Word. Jas. 4:7

4. What is the importance of OBEDIENCE? i . It is an act of worship > it demonstrates our love for God and sets us apart. > Obedience is the hallmark of our salvation.= Although we are saved by Grace through the redemptive work of the cross and by the blood of Jesus; It is our obedience that sets us apart as authentic children of God. Luke 8:21 > The primary motive for obedience must be “to show God that we love Him” (John 14:15)

5. What is the importance of OBEDIENCE? > If we call ourselves that we are children of God and claim to love God, do we demonstrate that love by obeying His commands? > Do we align our daily actions with God’s word as an act of worship? Jas. 1:22

6. ii. It shows God that we trust Him. > (It is a demonstration of our faith) 1. Obedience can mean; following God’s lead even when we are not sure of the outcome. 2. Obedience may require sacrifice; discipline and stretching ourselves outside our comfort zone. 3. Our choice to obey therefore demonstrates our trust in God. It shows that even though its hard, even though it doesn’t make sense we will still do it.

7. Conclusion: Obeying God should not be a burden but rather a joy, a way of worshipping him and growing in your faith.