"Obedience" Tagged Sermons
Exodus 4:18-31 – Taking God Seriously
Do we take all of God’s commands seriously, or do we pick and choose which ones to obey? In Exodus 4:18–31, Moses finally begins his journey to Egypt, only to encounter a shocking confrontation with God that reveals the danger of selective obedience. Yet this passage also reveals God’s extraordinary compassion and faithfulness, reminding us that we have reason to worship even when our circumstances haven’t improved. Discover why wholehearted obedience matters, how God’s discipline can be an expression of…
Exodus 3:16 – 4:17 – No More Excuses
What do you do when God calls you to something you feel unqualified to do? In Exodus 3:16–4:17, God gives Moses clear instructions and powerful signs, yet Moses continues making excuses for why he cannot obey. Through Moses’ doubts and fears, we discover that God’s purposes depend on His power, not our abilities. This sermon challenges us to stop allowing past failures, fear, and feelings of inadequacy to keep us from trusting and obeying God. Ultimately, we see how Jesus,…
Exodus 1:8-22 – Fear God, Not Pharaoh
Fear can drive us to grasp for control, compromise our convictions, and make destructive choices. In Exodus 1:8–22, Pharaoh’s fear leads him from oppression to murder, while two seemingly powerless midwives show remarkable courage because they fear God more than the king. Their example reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear but choosing obedience to God even when it costs us something. Ultimately, Pharaoh’s failed schemes point forward to Jesus, whose cross appeared to be evil’s victory…
John 15:1-11 – Abiding In Christ
In John 15:1-11, Jesus teaches that he is the true vine and his followers are the branches. Real faith is not merely knowing about Jesus, attending church, or being near spiritual things. Real faith abides in Christ. As believers remain connected to Jesus through his Word, obedience, love, and dependence on him, his life begins to produce fruit in them. This sermon calls us to examine what our lives are producing, turn from the bad fruit of sin, and look…
Romans 12:1-2 – Living A Life Of Worship
Real faith does not reduce worship to singing, church attendance, or a Sunday morning feeling. In Romans 12:1-2, Paul shows that true worship is a whole-life response to the mercy God has shown us in Christ. Because Jesus gave himself for us, Christians are called to offer their bodies, minds, habits, choices, and daily lives back to God. This kind of worship requires both renewing our minds with God’s truth and guarding our minds from the patterns of the world.…
Matthew 4:18-22 – Real Faith Follows
Real faith is not merely saying the right words, praying a prayer, or attending church occasionally. Real faith produces real evidence because it comes from a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ. In Matthew 4:18–22, Jesus calls his first disciples with the simple command, “Follow me,” showing that true discipleship involves both action and direction. To follow Jesus means obeying what he says, listening to his Word, and loving him above everything else. While Christians will never obey perfectly, there is…
Hebrews 5:11-6:3 – Why So Many Stay Stuck
Spiritual growth does not happen automatically. In Hebrews 5:11–6:3, the author warns believers who had become “dull of hearing.” They had been around God’s Word for a long time, but they were not truly receiving it or growing from it. This sermon challenges us to examine whether we are maturing in Christ or remaining spiritually childish, still needing milk when we should be ready for solid food. Spiritual immaturity shows up when we cannot feed ourselves from Scripture, explain the…
John 14:15-24 – Obedience Is The Evidence
Real faith is not just something we claim with our words. According to Jesus, true love for him shows itself through obedience to his commands. In John 14:15–24, Jesus teaches that obedience does not save us, but it reveals whether we truly love him. A Christian is not someone who merely prayed a prayer in the past, but someone who follows Jesus today. At the same time, Jesus does not leave his people to obey in their own strength. He…
Luke 9:23-26 – What Jesus Actually Meant by “Disciple”
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In Luke 9:23–26, Jesus makes it clear that discipleship isn’t about adding Him to your life, it’s about surrendering your life completely. This sermon explores the true cost of following Christ: denying yourself, taking up your cross daily, and living in obedience to Him. While the world tells us to chase comfort and success, Jesus presents a paradox, real life is only found when we give ours away. The message ends with…
Luke 6:46-49 – The Dangers of Casual Christianity
In this message from Luke 6:46–49, we confront a sobering question from Jesus: Why call Him “Lord” but not obey Him? This sermon exposes the danger of casual Christianity, a faith that hears but does not act. Through vivid illustrations and Jesus’ parable of the two builders, we are challenged to examine whether our lives are built on the solid rock of obedience or the shifting sand of empty profession. Real faith isn’t just knowing, it’s coming, hearing, and doing.…
John 12:12-19 – The Misunderstood King
On Palm Sunday, the crowds celebrated Jesus, but they misunderstood Him. They wanted a political savior, but Jesus came as a humble King to save them from sin. In this message from John 12:12–19, we see how easily people can misinterpret who Jesus is, follow Him for the wrong reasons, or shape Him into their own expectations. This sermon challenges us to worship Jesus for who He truly is, trust Him even when we don’t understand, and follow Him with…
2 Timothy 2:1-7 – Living A Gospel-Focused Life
In this passage from 2 Timothy 2:1–7, Paul calls believers to live a gospel-focused life marked by endurance, obedience, and hard work. Using the images of a soldier, an athlete, and a farmer, Paul shows that following Christ requires perseverance in suffering, faithfulness to God’s ways, and steady commitment over time. The mission is not just to believe the gospel but to pass it on by making disciples who make other disciples. Though the task is difficult, God does not…