7. The joys and blessings of obedience to God

Question 1

The Joys and Blessings of Obedience to God

Answer 1

1. Introduction
2. Benefits in the unseen spiritual realm
3. Benefits that help advance the kingdom of God on earth
4. Benefits in relationships with God and others
5. Benefits that come to you personally

Question 2

1. Introduction

Answer 2

1. how to handle a moment of temptation (examples)
2. Does it really make any difference?
3. You think: Aren’t I already forgiven?
4. Yes, it does make a difference, because there are many joys and blessings that come with obedience in daily life.

Question 3

2. Benefits in the unseen spiritual realm

Answer 3

1. The blessing of bringing glory to God by imitating his character on earth (Ephesians 5:1)
2. The blessing of expressing our love to God by our actions (1 John 5:3)

Question 4

3. Benefits that help advance the kingdom of God on earth

Answer 4

1. The blessing of becoming a “useful vessel” for “honorable use” by God (2 Tim 2:20-21)
2. The blessing of being an effective witness to unbelievers (1 Peter 2:12)

Question 5

4. Benefits in relationships with God and others

Answer 5

1. The blessing of deeper fellowship with God (John 15:10)
2. The blessing of having God’s eyes and ears more attentive to you (1 John 3:21)
3. The blessing of closer fellowship with other Christians (1 John 1:6-7)

Question 6

5. Benefits that come to you personally

Answer 6

1. The blessing of a clear conscience (Rom 13:5)
2. The blessing of God’s peace (Philippians 4:9)
3. The blessing of discovering how good God’s commands are (Romans 12:2;
4. The blessing of avoiding God’s painful discipline (Hebrews 12:11)
5. The blessing of greater assurance of salvation (1 John 2:3)
6. The blessing of increased heavenly reward (2 Corinthians 5:9-10)