No. 282 - Doing the Will of the Father
The Obedience of God’s Will Doing the Will of the Father Matthew 7:21 (ESV) "Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." Starting Prayer Dear Lord, please give me wisdom and understanding as I seek to do Your will. Help me to follow Your commands and live a life that pleases You. In Jesus' name. Amen. Background Matthew 7 is part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, where He teaches about the principles of God's kingdom. In verse 21, Jesus emphasises that true discipleship is not about mere words or outward appearances but about doing the will of the Father. This verse concludes the week's theme by stressing the importance of obedience in our relationship with God. Be Encouraged It's easy to call Jesus "Lord" with our lips, but true obedience requires action. Consider a child who promises to clean their room but never does. Their words are meaningless withou