Trust and Obey

Written By Northport Baptist

Summary

The sermon focuses on the importance of living out the Word of God through obedience and faith, as exemplified by the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3. The speaker emphasizes that knowing the Word is not enough; it must be lived out in action, just as the early church did. The sermon challenges the congregation to participate in a 21-day prayer and fasting initiative to illuminate God's glory in the world. The story of the three Hebrew boys demonstrates the power of shared and biblical faith, showing that God can do infinitely more than we can imagine when we fully trust and obey Him.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, we come before You with open hearts and minds, ready to receive Your Word. We ask for Your guidance and wisdom as we discuss today's message. Help us to be not just hearers of Your Word, but doers, living out our faith with obedience and trust. May Your Spirit illuminate our path and empower us to be lights in the darkness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Key Verses

  1. Daniel 3:16-18

  2. Ephesians 3:20

  3. 1 John 2:4-6

  4. John 14:15

  5. Hebrews 10:25

Questions

  1. What stood out to you the most from the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?

  2. How do you define obedience in your own life?

  3. Why do you think shared faith is important in our spiritual journey?

  4. What are some modern-day 'idols' that challenge our obedience to God?

  5. How can we cultivate a biblical faith that trusts God even when outcomes are uncertain?

  6. In what ways can we be 'lights in the darkness' in our communities?

  7. How does the concept of God doing 'infinitely more' than we can imagine impact your faith?

  8. What steps can you take this week to live out the Word of God more fully?

Application

This week, identify one area of your life where you can practice complete obedience to God's Word. Share this with a trusted friend or group member and ask for their support and prayers as you take this step.

Key Takeaways

  1. Obedience to God's Word is essential for living out our faith.

  2. Shared faith strengthens and supports us in our spiritual journey.

  3. God is able to do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine when we trust and obey Him.

  4. Partial obedience is not true obedience; it requires full commitment.

  5. Being a light in the darkness means living out God's Word in our daily lives.

Northport Baptist
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