Why should I follow God?

Why is that? One answer is that God is calling us to obedience and relationship with him through obedience. By obeying his call to take care of this earth we learn more about him and can grow in understanding of his heart and desires for our lives. Obedience also leads to personal growth.

What are the benefits of obeying God?

Why should we follow Jesus?

Jesus Christ is our light and life. When we follow Jesus, we grow stronger and become more like Him. We should remember Him and follow Him like sunflowers follow the sun across the sky. Following His light and example will bring us joy, happiness, and peace, even if things around us are hard.

Why Worshipping God is important?

Worship can shift your mindset and change your perspective on the world. Worship can push you into your destiny and cleanse you of your past. Worship heals wounds and breaks generational curses. Worship, lets you hear God and lets God hear you.

How can I follow God?

Why Follow Jesus? | JAMEY DICKENS

Why is obedience important in life?

Obedience demonstrates our faith and trust in God; Obedience is the key to our success; Obedience is the sure and promised way for unlocking blessings for our lives. For us to be able to fully obey, we must read His word every day and ask God to empower us with His holy spirit so that our life is going to honour Him.

What does the Bible say about following God's instructions?

Psalm 32:8

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you.

Does obedience to God bring blessings?

“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (James 1:22).

How does the Lord warn us?

Our ability to touch others with our warning voice matters to all who are covenant disciples of Jesus Christ. Because the Lord is kind, He calls servants to warn people of danger.

Who blessed God and was obeyed?

Moses Obeyed God

Moses was an Israelite (a Hebrew) who was raised by a princess in Egypt.

What comes first faith or obedience?

So it is with things of the Spirit. First comes faith, step one, wanting to believe in that which is good and that which is true. Then comes obedience, step two. As we increase our faith, we are obedient to more principles of the gospel, and as we are more obedient, our faith is increased.

How do you fully obey God?

Confessing your sins daily, repenting against yourself and knowing God loves you and has forgiven your sins daily. Read 1 John and Romans. Visiting a Bible believing, a Jesus and Gospel filled church, a truth loving church and person loving is a great way to learn more about God and meet to people to encourage you.

How can I be obedient?

Be respectful.

Part of being obedient is showing respect to your parents, honoring their ideas about what's best for you, and showing that you think they are worth listening to. Make sure that you listen when they talk and respond when they ask you to respond. Don't ignore them in public.

What is the reward for obedience?

In verse 11 it says, “They are a warning to those who hear them; there is great reward for those who obey them.” One reward I take to heart is from Proverbs 3:1-2: “My son (or daughter) do not forget my law, but let your heart keep my commands; for length of days and long life and peace they will add to you.”

How many times is obedience mentioned in the Bible?

The word “obey” is found 170 times in the Old and New Testament.

How many instructions are in the Bible?

There are 1,050 commands in the New Testament for Christians to obey. Due to repetitions we can classify them under about 800 headings. They cover every phase of man's life in his relationship to God and his fellowmen, now and hereafter.

Do not lean on your own understanding?

[5] Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. [6] In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

What is God's purpose for my life?

God is God and He works all things, including your life, according to his purposes. Nothing can happen without God ordaining it. Psalm 57:2 says, “I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me.” This is key in understanding God's purpose for your life.

What is Gods will for my life?

God's ultimate will is the advancement of his kingdom (Dan 2:44), his glorification (1 Cor 10:31), and the salvation and sanctification of his children through his son, Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:9). It is his desire to be in a loving relationship with us first, and for us to practice good deeds secondly. “

What is God's plan for us?

Throughout scripture God's desire is the redemption of all mankind. It is for the people of God to have fellowship and eternal life with Him. God's plan for you is the same; it is to prosper and grow spiritually in Christ. His plan to give you a hope and future has never changed.

Why is God worthy?

The word “worship” comes from an Old English word that means “worthship.” It means, “to ascribe worth to someone.” We worship God because He is worthy. Our worship ascribes worth to Him because of who He is and what He does. These opening verses give us reasons why our God is worthy of our worship.