Preview: Obedience is rewarded and disobedience is punished.
Scripture Reading: II Timothy 3:1-17.
Memory Verse: Isaiah 1:19.
1. How does Jesus define true obedience? John 15:14.
2. What example of obedience did Christ set for us? I Peter 2:21-23.
3. In what ways is the spirit of disobedience manifested in the last days? II Timothy 3:1-13.
4. What led Saul to disobey the voice of God? I Samuel 15:10-24.
5. What encourages some men to be disobedient? Ecclesiastes 8:11.
Note: The law of love being the foundation of the government of God, the happiness of all intelligent beings depends upon their perfect accord with its great principles of righteousness. God desires from all His creatures the service of love; service that springs from an appreciation of His character. He takes no pleasure in forced obedience.
6. What kept Moses from entering the Promised Land? Numbers 20:7-12.
7. What caused the death of Nadab and Abihu? Leviticus 10:1-2.
8. Why was God’s anger kindled against Uzza? I Chronicles 13:9-10.
Note: Obedience is not a mere outward compliance but the service of love. We do not earn salvation by obedience; for salvation is the free gift of God, to be received by faith. Obedience is the fruit of faith.
9. What does the Psalmist say concerning the importance of obedience in contrast to forms and ceremonies? Psalm 40:6-8.
10. What part does the sense of hearing play in man’s obedience to God’s voice? Romans 10:14 & Isaiah 30:21.
11. What attitude does the Christian take toward the law of God? Romans 7:22.
12. What promises are made to the obedient? Isaiah 1:19.
Other Lessons* in this series:
Obedience
Obedience II
*Lessons in a series may not necessarily be in the same category.