The Right Way To Obey God. Part [3] 01/08/2025 (Morning thought)

Hebrews 11:8 By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went.

[Patriarchs & Prophets pp 290] The obstacles that hinder our progress will never disappear before a halting, doubting spirit. Those who defer obedience until every shadow of uncertainty disappears, and there remains no risk of failure or defeat, will never obey at all. Unbelief whispers, “Let us wait till the obstructions are removed, and we can see our way clearly;” but faith courageously urges an advance, hoping all things, believing all things.

There will never come a point in the Christian’s life where we stop learning, for even in the earth made new, we will constantly be advancing in knowledge and understanding. And therefore, the way we decide to obey God will be critically important, if we are to have that deep meaningful relationship with Him, one that will not buckle under pressure when the storms of life come and the winds of strife blow. 

There is such a situation as a person doing the right thing the wrong way, and especially when it comes to obeying God, you want to do it the right way. The reason for this is that when erroneous concepts perspectives, and practices pertaining to obedience are harbored they can greatly impede our walk with The Lord, and they can potentially put individuals at a very serious disadvantage, when it comes time to exercise a living faith during the difficult days ahead.

Hebrews 11:36 And others had trial of cruel mockings and scourgings, yea, moreover of bonds and imprisonment: 37 They were stoned, they were sawn asunder, were tempted, were slain with the sword: they wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins; being destitute, afflicted, tormented; 38 (Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.

May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word. God bless!

The Right Way To Obey God. Part [2] 01/08/2025 (Evening thought)

2nd Timothy 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.

So, there are different stages of development in our understanding, and appreciation of God’s character, and every person who has joined the royal family, or might be thinking of joining, should be given ample opportunity to get to know The Lord. And they must also be given time to understand the reason why God has given us commandments, and instructions to live by. The laws given to us by God have always been for our very best good, even if the reason why they are given is not clearly understood up front.

And thus, the mind of faith should not wait to obey God, until there is that perfect understanding of the reasons why, because, if persons were to go that route, they will certainly stumble in their walk with God. In obeying God, the path forward may not be always perfectly clear. And there may not be given any logical reasons why God has commanded to do such and such. But faith will lay hold of the unseen, and will trust God, that He is giving us these laws and these instructions for our best good.

Thus, the best, and safest route to take in obeying God the right way is to obey first, and then ask your questions later, and if The Lord sees it fit to give an explanation, thank Him, and if God chooses not to give any reasons, praise Him anyway. You will never go wrong with this type of obedience for it is tested, tried, and true, being exemplified in real time in the experiences of the faithful through the ages.

Hebrews 11:7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, and prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.

May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!