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Let’s take a look at how the Bible is the right guiding voice to listen to as we follow God.
Luke 6:46-49 NIRV
46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and still don’t do what I say?
47 Some people come and listen to me and do what I say. I will show you what they are like.
48 They are like a man who builds a house. He digs down deep and sets it on solid rock. When a flood comes, the river rushes against the house. But the water can’t shake it. The house is well built.
49 But here is what happens when people listen to my words and do not obey them. They are like a man who builds a house on soft ground instead of solid rock. The moment the river rushes against that house, it falls down. It is completely destroyed.”
According to Jesus, what foundation will withstand the storms?
What does Jesus say is the end result of the person who hears God’s Word but doesn’t obey?
What are some reasons why we don’t always obey God’s Word?
What are some storms we might face in our own lives?
God’s Word is a trustworthy foundation. When we are obedient to do what He says, we can trust that no storm of life will crush us. That’s not all, though. God’s Word also guides us when life isn’t stormy.
Psalm 119:101–105 NIV
101 I have kept my feet from every evil path
so that I might obey your word.
102 I have not departed from your laws,
for you yourself have taught me.
103 How sweet are your words to my taste,
sweeter than honey to my mouth!
104 I gain understanding from your precepts;
therefore I hate every wrong path.
105 Your word is a lamp for my feet,
a light on my path.
What does it mean that the Bible is a lamp to guide our feet?
Your word is a lamp for my feet,
a light on my path.
How sweet are your words to my taste,
sweeter than honey to my mouth!
If a storm (challenge) hit your life, would your foundation be solid enough to stand firm?
What are you facing right now that needs the guidance of God’s Word? How can it become a light to help you see the right way to go?
As we’ve talked about today, true guidance doesn’t just come by hearing or talking about God’s Word. We need to obey and do what it says. As we wrap up, let’s remember to listen as the Holy Spirit helps you apply God’s Word to your decisions this coming week.
Jesus knew storms would come for everyone, even those who are fully committed to Him. He also knew that in the darkness of those storms we would need a guide to make right decisions in this life. That’s why He gave us His Word. It’s a sure foundation and a trustworthy guide, no matter what we might face. Now, it’s up to us to read it, listen to God’s teaching, and then do what He says to us through His Word.