When young Kofi came home after Sunday school, his mother asked him what he had learned that morning. His quick reply spoke volumes: Obedience . . . again!
Although Im many years older than Kofi, I agree that obedience to God is a lesson that we must, sometimes reluctantly, learn over and over again.
Oswald Chambers wrote: The Lord does not give me rules, but He makes His standard very clear. If my relationship to Him is that of love, I will do what He says . . . . If I hesitate, it is because I love someone I have placed in competition with Him, namely, myself.
When we are obedient, we show God that we love Him and have more faith in Him than we do in ourselves. Arthur W. Pink said that love is a principle of action, and it expresses itself . . . by deeds which please the object loved. To obey God means to relinquish what we want and to choose to do what He asks.
God requires the obedience of His followers, and Jesus placed great importance on it. He asked, Why do you call Me Lord, Lord, and not do the things which I say? (Luke 6:46). And He issued this challenge: If you love Me, keep My commandments (John 14:15).
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Good morning, Everyone. Good morning to our AWESOME military, our allies, and their families
Thank you, Lauren, for preparing the Canteen for todays activities.
~ Today.... Sunshine and clouds mixed. High around 90F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
~ Tonight...Partly cloudy skies. Low around 70F. Winds light and variable.
Gee, the cooler temps and lower humidity were nice while they lasted. But, I'm hopeful the lower temps later this week and next are really going to happen. I want to be able to get outside and enjoy my vacation time, even if I'm not going far.
Anyway, I guess I'd better make my rounds before people start showing up. But, you stay right where you are. Don't touch that dial. And, remember Ill be watching!
So, come on in and sit for a while. There's always plenty of coffee, pancakes, conversation, silliness, and plain old BS
REMEMBER THEM
DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM
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