- Obeying God Because He Loves Me
God has shown us His perfect love through His Son, Jesus Christ. In John 3:16, we read, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This verse reminds us that our obedience to God stems from His immense love for us. By obeying, we respond to that love and acknowledge His sacrifice for our salvation.
Obedience as an Expression of Love
Jesus teaches us that obedience is a way of showing our love for God. In John 14:15, He says, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” Obedience is not merely an obligation but a natural response to His love for us. Additionally, in 1 John 5:3, we read, “For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments; and His commandments are not burdensome.”
Defining Obedience and Love for God
Obedience to God means doing what He commands with a willing and grateful heart. The Hebrew word Shamá represents obedience as listening and responding. By listening to God and following His will, we express true love. In John 15:9-14, Jesus calls us to remain in His love and to love others as He has loved us, showing that obedience leads to a life of fellowship and love with others.
Recognizing God’s Love and Trusting His Guidance
God commands us not to fear and to remember how He has guided and saved us. Deuteronomy 7:18 says, “Do not be afraid of them; remember well what the Lord your God did to Pharaoh and to all Egypt.” Obedience is rooted in recognizing His faithfulness and trusting that He will always do what is best for us.
Obedience through Humility and Suffering
The obedience of Jesus is the perfect example of love and humility. Philippians 2:8 says, “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross.” By following Christ, we remember that our obedience sometimes requires sacrifice, but it always produces fruit and brings glory to God.
Obedience to God is not a burden, but a demonstration of love for Him. When we obey, we are not only fulfilling His commands but also embracing His will and trusting in His guidance. Obedience leads us to a deeper and more meaningful relationship with God, where His love and grace sustain us.
Sincerely,
Pastor Guillermo Ayala
Bible Verses:
John 3:16
Matthew 7:24
John 15:9-14
Deuteronomy 7:18
Philippians 2:8
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