(Clip) Obey God and leave the consequences to Him
Charles Stanley emphasizes the vital principle of obeying God fully while trusting Him to handle the consequences and the importance of waiting on God's perfect timing.
This sermon emphasizes the importance of obeying God and leaving the consequences to Him, while also highlighting the significance of waiting upon God for His perfect timing in our lives. It stresses the need to not only know what God wants us to do but also when and how He wants us to do it.
Full Transcript
When I think about all the lessons I've learned throughout all the years, the most important principle I've ever learned is this one. Obey God, leave all the consequences to Him. But there's a second principle that I think is so very important, and that is wait upon God for His timing.
Wait upon God for His timing. His timing is very, very important. And so often we think, well, if I know what God wants me to do, that's all that matters.
No, I also need to know when He wants me to do it, or how He wants me to do it.
Sermon Outline
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- The supreme importance of obeying God
- Understanding that obedience includes trusting God with outcomes
- Recognizing the consequences belong to God
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- The necessity of waiting on God's timing
- God's timing is as important as His will
- Patience as a spiritual discipline
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- How to discern God's timing
- Avoiding premature actions
- Aligning actions with God's plan and schedule
Key Quotes
“Obey God, leave all the consequences to Him.” — Charles Stanley
“Wait upon God for His timing. His timing is very, very important.” — Charles Stanley
“If I know what God wants me to do, that's all that matters. No, I also need to know when He wants me to do it, or how He wants me to do it.” — Charles Stanley
Application Points
- Commit to obeying God's commands without fear of the consequences.
- Practice patience by waiting on God’s timing rather than rushing ahead.
- Seek God’s guidance continually to align your actions with His will and timing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to obey God even if we don’t know the consequences?
Because God is sovereign and trustworthy, and He will handle the outcomes in a way that is best for us.
What does it mean to wait on God's timing?
It means to be patient and trust that God will act at the right moment according to His perfect plan.
How can I know when God’s timing is right?
Through prayer, scripture, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, believers can discern God’s timing.
What if I feel pressured to act before I’m ready?
It’s important to resist rushing and seek God’s peace and confirmation before moving forward.