Why should I obey God?
Obedience isn't about earning love - it's about responding to it. Discover the joy of following God.
20 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
New Tablets and What God Requires
Deuteronomy 10 recounts the making of new covenant tablets, the setting apart of Levites, and summarizes what God requires: fear, love, obedience, circumcised hearts, and care for the vulnerable.
Love, Obey, and Teach
Deuteronomy 11 urges Israel to love the LORD by remembering His mighty acts, warns about consequences of obedience and disobedience, and establishes teaching practices and a ceremony of blessing and c...
The Ten Commandments Restated
Deuteronomy 5 presents Moses' restatement of the Ten Commandments to the new generation, recalling the awesome theophany at Horeb when God spoke face to face with Israel from the fire.
Saul's Unlawful Sacrifice
Facing a Philistine threat with dwindling troops, Saul offers the burnt offering instead of waiting for Samuel, resulting in the rejection of his dynasty.
If My People Would Only Listen
A festival psalm with God Himself speaking, calling Israel to listen and obey. The contrast between what God offers and what Israel forfeits through stubbornness makes this a powerful call to wholehea...
Joshua's Farewell to Israel's Leaders
In his old age, Joshua summons Israel's leaders to exhort them to faithfulness and warn them against compromise with remaining nations.
The Ten Commandments
Exodus 20 contains the Ten Commandments—God's foundational moral law given directly to Israel at Sinai, establishing how they are to relate to Him and to one another as His covenant people.
Blessings and Curses of the Covenant
Moses proclaims the blessings for obedience and the devastating curses for disobedience to God's covenant.
Saul Rejected as King
Commanded to destroy the Amalekites completely, Saul spares King Agag and the best livestock. Samuel announces that obedience matters more than sacrifice—Saul is rejected as king.
Ahab's Wars with Syria
Ben-hadad of Syria besieges Samaria with arrogant demands. A prophet promises Ahab victory so he will know that 'I am the LORD.' Israel defeats Syria twice, but Ahab spares Ben-hadad's life in exchang...
Restoration and the Choice of Life
Moses promises restoration after exile, describes the accessibility of God's commands, and calls Israel to choose life over death.
Covenant Renewal at Shechem
Joshua recounts God's faithfulness, calls Israel to choose whom they will serve, renews the covenant at Shechem, and then dies.
The Flood
God's judgement comes through the flood, but He faithfully protects Noah's family and the animals in the ark. The door is shut by God Himself.
The Death of Nadab and Abihu
Leviticus 10 presents a sobering contrast to chapter 9's triumph. Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu offered unauthorized fire before the LORD and were consumed by divine fire. This tragic chapter emphasize...
Blessings for Obedience, Curses for Disobedience
Leviticus 26 presents the covenant blessings and curses—the outcomes of obedience versus rebellion. This dramatic chapter outlines escalating consequences for disobedience while holding out hope for...
Moses Recounts Israel's History
Deuteronomy 1 opens Moses' farewell addresses, recounting Israel's journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, the appointment of leaders, the sending of spies, and Israel's faithless refusal to enter Canaan...
Renewal of the Covenant in Moab
Moses gathers all Israel to renew the covenant, reminding them of God's faithfulness and warning against turning away.
Joshua's Commission to Lead Israel
After Moses's death, God commissions Joshua to lead Israel into the Promised Land, commanding strength and obedience to the law.
The Fall of Jericho
Israel marches around Jericho for seven days following God's unusual battle plan; the walls collapse, and Rahab is saved.
The Mighty One Speaks
God summons all creation to witness His judgment, rebuking those who offer sacrifices while ignoring His word and calling for thanksgiving and obedience.
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