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The Enriching Rewards of Obedience, Part 1

March 12, 2018
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When you hear the word “obedience,” do you think about blessings or burdens? Oftentimes, we think that to obey God means we will have to sacrifice—that it will somehow detract from our lives. But the truth is that obedience to God brings blessings and a fruitful life of joy and peace.

In this message, Dr. Stanley talks about the benefits of following the Lord. God wants to show us His love, power, and grace. But we must first be willing to trust His guiding hand. Don't spend your life wondering what God would have done if you would have obeyed Him. Learn to follow His directions and experience the blessings of walking in His will.

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Jesus said that if we loved Him, we would keep His commandments (John 14:15). He didn't say we would go to church, read the Bible, or do good deeds. We would obey Him. Our obedience is a direct reflection of our love for God. Christ paid the price for our sins on the cross, so let us not take His great sacrifice for granted. Instead, let us commit to obeying Him at every opportunity.
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Our heavenly Father wants us to obey Him. Many of us probably have good intentions of obeying God, but we don't make it a priority. Learn to put His will first so that when an opportunity comes to choose the Lord’s way or to follow your own intuition, you’ll make the wise choice.
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Our heavenly Father wants us to obey Him. Many of us probably have good intentions of obeying God, but we don't make it a priority. Learn to put His will first so that when an opportunity comes to choose the Lord’s way or to follow your own intuition, you’ll make the wise choice.
March 5, 2018
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When things around you seem to be falling apart, do you have something solid to hold onto? First John 2:17 tells us that this world is passing away. But Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever—He never changes!
March 3, 2018
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Have you ever imagined your tombstone? What epitaph do you want inscribed on it? "Rest in peace?" "Gone but not forgotten?" While those are kind sentiments, they say nothing about the impact your life left on the world. Whether carved in stone or simply engraved on people's hearts, don't you want to be remembered for your love? In this message, Dr. Stanley explains that love expressed through genuine, selfless service to others is the best legacy we can leave. Learn how to follow in King David's footsteps and serve the purposes of God.
March 2, 2018
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If modern-day judges were asked to select the Old Testament character who best fit the title "Man After God's Own Heart," David would most likely not make the short list.  And yet God Himself bestowed that title upon a former shepherd boy who grew up to be a king and a warrior—not to mention a murderer and adulterer. Learn more about this paradox and the characteristics that made David a man after God's own heart. Take comfort in his story, because you don't have to be perfect to pursue God wholeheartedly.
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"Don't just exist—go somewhere. Head upward. I believe God has made all of us to climb." —Charles F. Stanley Feeling stagnant? Need a fresh perspective? You won't find a new outlook by heading downhill; the best views are always at the top of the mountain. In this message, Dr. Stanley teaches that we, like David writes in Psalm 18, were made for the mountains: the call to come higher, experience more, and grow deeper inspires us to keep climbing even when the way is steep and harsh. Experience renewed energy to keep heading upward—you'll find God beside you every step of the way, placing your feet in high places.
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About In Touch Ministries

In Touch Ministries is the broadcast teaching ministry of Dr. Charles Stanley.

About Dr. Charles Stanley

Dr. Charles Stanley

September 25, 1932 – April 18, 2023

Dr. Charles F. Stanley was the senior pastor of First Baptist Church Atlanta for more than fifty years. He was also the founder of In Touch Ministries and a New York Times best-selling author, who wrote more than seventy books encouraging people to seek Jesus as their Savior and know Him as their wise and loving Lord. 

Known to audiences around the world through his wide-reaching TV and radio broadcasts, Stanley modeled his 65 years of ministry after the apostle Paul’s message in Acts 20:24: “Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about God’s mighty kindness and love.”

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