In what ways can we ensure we act "as the LORD had commanded"? Setting the Scene The refrain “as the LORD had commanded” (e.g., Exodus 40:16; Genesis 6:22) highlights wholehearted, exact obedience. We want that same testimony in our walk with God today. The Phrase in Scripture • Genesis 6:22 – “Noah did everything that God had commanded him.” • Exodus 40:16 – “Moses did everything as the LORD had commanded him.” • John 14:15 – “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” • James 1:22 – “Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.” Each passage marries love, faith, and obedience. Our question is the practical “how.” Know His Commands • Daily Bible intake: meditate, memorize, and study (Joshua 1:8). • Listen with intent—read Scripture asking, “What does God require here?” • Use reliable teaching resources to guard against misunderstanding. Submit the Heart • Surrender personal agendas (Proverbs 3:5-6). • Invite the Spirit to search motives (Psalm 139:23-24). • Keep short accounts with God—confess sin quickly (1 John 1:9). Obey Promptly and Completely • Partial or delayed obedience is disobedience (1 Samuel 15:22-23). • Start with the next clear step, however small. • Follow through until the task is finished—Noah didn’t stop after building half an ark. Depend on the Spirit • Galatians 5:16—“Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.” • Pray for enabling power before acting; thank Him afterward. • Expect fruit—love, joy, peace, and more evidence obedient living (Galatians 5:22-23). Cultivate Community Accountability • Hebrews 10:24-25—spur one another on toward love and good deeds. • Share goals with trusted believers; invite questions and encouragement. • Learn from examples of faithful obedience in the church and in Scripture. Celebrate Obedience • Mark milestones—journaling, testimony, or family celebration (Psalm 40:9-10). • Give God the glory; obedience magnifies Him, not us (Philippians 2:13). • Let past faithfulness fuel future courage. Putting It All Together By saturating our minds with the Word, yielding our hearts, acting promptly through Spirit-empowered steps, staying accountable, and rejoicing in God’s work, we position ourselves to live “as the LORD had commanded.” |
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