Study Guide / Outline

Introduction

• Topic: Understanding and surrendering our will to align with God’s will.
• Main Points: The importance of recognizing and transforming our will to reflect God’s will.

The Key of Growth: Obedience

• Description: Obedience is emphasized as the primary key to growth in aligning our will with God’s.
• Main Points:
  • Obedience trains our will to honor God.
  • Initial obedience may not be desirable, but it cultivates passion and desire to obey.
  • Obedience leads to a deeper relationship with God and clarity in hearing His voice.
  • The act of obedience is transformative, changing a ‘have to’ into a ‘want to’.

Scriptural Reference: Matthew 21:28-32

• Description: Jesus’ parable of two sons, one who initially refuses but obeys, and the other who agrees but disobeys.
• Main Points:
  • True obedience is not about initial response, but eventual action.
  • Obedience is more valuable than lip service.

Obedience and God’s Expression

• Description: The growth of God’s expression in our lives is directly proportional to our obedience.
• Main Points:
  • Each act of obedience elevates our experience and understanding of God.
  • The story of Moses illustrates the escalating nature of God’s expression through obedience.

Developing a Heart of Obedience

• Description: Cultivating an obedient heart transforms our approach to God’s commands.
• Scriptures: Romans 6:17, Psalms 119:127-130.
• Main Points:
  • Obedience must stem from the heart.
  • Embracing God’s commands with love and admiration, not as a burdensome duty.

Blessings of Obedience

• Description: The tangible and spiritual blessings that follow obedience.
• Scriptures: Deuteronomy 28:1.
• Main Points:
  • God rewards obedience with blessings.
  • Obedience positions us to receive God’s promises.

Personal Testimony

• Description: The speaker’s personal journey of obedience and the blessings it brought.
• Main Points:
  • Experiencing God’s provision and guidance through steadfast obedience.
  • Trusting God’s plan even when it diverges from personal desires or understanding.

Conclusion

• Main Points:
  • The transformative power of obedience in aligning our will with God’s.
  • Encouragement to practice obedience in all aspects of life to experience God’s full blessings.