God’s Promises to Those Who Keep His Commands

- God will reveal Himself to us.
- “He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them,
- he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my
- Father,
- and I will love him, and will manifest myself to him” (John 14:21).
- God will dwell with us.
- “If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him,
- and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him”
- (John 14:23).
- We will abide in God’s love and our joy will
- be full.
- “If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even
- as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love.
- These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full” (John 15:10–11).
- We will know that we know and love God.
- “And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. . . . Whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: hereby know we that we are in him” (I John 2:3, 5). “If ye love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15).
- We will show love to God’s children.
- “By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments” (I John 5:2).
- We will be friends of Christ.
- “Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you” (John 15:14).
- Our prayers will be answered.
- “And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight” (I John 3:22).
- We will be disciples.
- “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another” (John 13:34–35).
- Remember: “For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure” (Philippians 2:13). Living a life of obedience to God is not found by striving or trying harder, but rather by abiding in Christ. God is the One that works in you to will and to do His good pleasure. In I Thessalonians Chapter 5, after a list of important commands such as “Pray without ceasing,” “In every thing give thanks,” and “Quench not the Spirit,” we find this verse: “Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it” (verse 24). Praise God that He does not just give us these commands, but He also does them in and through us! The only way we are faithful is be

Bible Verses About the Consequences of Disobedience

1. Deuteronomy 28:15 – Curses for Disobedience

However, if you do not obey the Lord your God and do not carefully follow all his commands and decrees I am giving you today, all these curses will come on you and overtake you.

2. Romans 6:23 – The Wages of Sin Is Death

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

3. Galatians 6:7-8 – You Reap What You Sow

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.

4. Proverbs 13:15 – The Way of the Unfaithful Leads to Their Destruction

Good judgment wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful leads to their destruction.

5. Isaiah 1:19-20 – If You Are Willing and Obedient

If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the good things of the land; but if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword. For the mouth of the Lord has spoken.

6. Jeremiah 17:5-6 – Cursed Is the One Who Trusts in Man

This is what the Lord says: Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord. That person will be like a bush in the wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes. They will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives.

7. Proverbs 1:24-27 – When Disaster Strikes

But since you refuse to listen when I call and no one pays attention when I stretch out my hand, since you disregard all my advice and do not accept my rebuke, I in turn will laugh when disaster strikes you; I will mock when calamity overtakes you—when calamity overtakes you like a storm, when disaster sweeps over you like a whirlwind, when distress and trouble overwhelm you.

8. Numbers 32:23 – Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out

But if you fail to do this, you will be sinning against the Lord; and you may be sure that your sin will find you out.

9. 1 Samuel 15:23 – Rebellion Is as the Sin of Witchcraft

For rebellion is as the sin of divination, and presumption is as iniquity and idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, He has also rejected you from being king.

10. Proverbs 14:12 – There Is a Way That Appears to Be Right

There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.

11. James 1:14-15 – When Desire Has Conceived

But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.

12. Hosea 8:7 – They Sow the Wind and Reap the Whirlwind

They sow the wind and reap the whirlwind. The stalk has no head; it will produce no flour. Were it to yield grain, foreigners would swallow it up.

13. Ezekiel 18:20 – The Soul Who Sins Shall Die

The soul who sins is the one who will die. The child will not share the guilt of the parent, nor will the parent share the guilt of the child. The righteousness of the righteous will be credited to them, and the wickedness of the wicked will be charged against them.

14. Proverbs 5:22-23 – The Evil Deeds of the Wicked Ensnare Them

The evil deeds of the wicked ensnare them; the cords of their sins hold them fast. For lack of discipline they will die, led astray by their own great folly.

15. 2 Chronicles 36:16 – Until the Wrath of the Lord Arose

But they mocked God’s messengers, despised his words and scoffed at his prophets until the wrath of the Lord was aroused against his people and there was no remedy.

16. Hebrews 2:2-3 – How Shall We Escape If We Ignore So Great a Salvation?

For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received its just punishment, how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation?

17. Jeremiah 7:23-24 – They Did Not Listen or Pay Attention

But I gave them this command: Obey me, and I will be your God and you will be my people. Walk in obedience to all I command you, that it may go well with you. But they did not listen or pay attention; instead, they followed the stubborn inclinations of their evil hearts. They went backward and not forward.

18. Deuteronomy 8:19-20 – If You Ever Forget the Lord

If you ever forget the Lord your God and follow other gods and worship and bow down to them, I testify against you today that you will surely be destroyed. Like the nations the Lord destroyed before you, so you will be destroyed for not obeying the Lord your God.

19. Proverbs 28:9 – Even Their Prayers Are Detestable

If anyone turns a deaf ear to my instruction, even their prayers are detestable.

20. Romans 1:28 – God Gave Them Over to a Depraved Mind

Furthermore, just as they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, so God gave them over to a depraved mind, so that they do what ought not to be done.

21. Proverbs 29:1 – Suddenly Destroyed Without Remedy

Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.

22. Leviticus 26:14-16 – If You Will Not Listen to Me

But if you will not listen to me and carry out all these commands, and if you reject my decrees and abhor my laws and fail to carry out all my commands and so violate my covenant, then I will do this to you: I will bring on you sudden terror, wasting diseases and fever that will destroy your sight and sap your strength.

23. Isaiah 3:11 – Woe to the Wicked!

Woe to the wicked! Disaster is upon them! They will be paid back for what their hands have done.

24. Amos 3:2 – Therefore I Will Punish You

You only have I chosen of all the families of the earth; therefore I will punish you for all your sins.

25. Jeremiah 22:21 – You Have Not Obeyed Me

I warned you when you felt secure, but you said, ‘I will not listen!’ This has been your way from your youth; you have not obeyed me.

26. Psalm 81:11-12 – My People Would Not Listen

But my people would not listen to me; Israel would not submit to me. So I gave them over to their stubborn hearts to follow their own devices.

27. 2 Thessalonians 1:8-9 – He Will Punish Those Who Do Not Obey

He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might.

28. Colossians 3:25 – Anyone Who Does Wrong Will Be Repaid

Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favoritism.

29. Proverbs 11:21 – The Wicked Will Not Go Unpunished

Be sure of this: The wicked will not go unpunished, but those who are righteous will go free.

30. Matthew 7:26-27 – The Foolish Man Who Built on Sand

But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.

31. Luke 12:47-48 – The Servant Who Knows His Master’s Will

The servant who knows the master’s will and does not get ready or does not do what the master wants will be beaten with many blows. But the one who does not know and does things deserving punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.

32. Hebrews 10:26-27 – If We Deliberately Keep On Sinning

If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume the enemies of God.

33. Ezekiel 3:20 – When a Righteous Person Turns From Their Righteousness

Again, when a righteous person turns from their righteousness and does evil, and I put a stumbling block before them, they will die. Since you did not warn them, they will die for their sin. The righteous things that person did will not be remembered, and I will hold you accountable for their blood.

34. 1 Corinthians 10:5 – God Was Not Pleased With Most of Them

Nevertheless, God was not pleased with most of them; their bodies were scattered in the wilderness.

35. Revelation 22:18-19 – If Anyone Takes Words Away

I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll: If anyone adds anything to them, God will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. And if anyone takes words away from this scroll of prophecy, God will take away from that person any share in the tree of life and in the Holy City, which are described in this scroll.

Obedience to God’s word is a cornerstone of the Christian life, reflecting our love, trust, and commitment to him.

The Bible offers numerous verses that guide believers on the path of obedience, emphasizing its significance and the blessings it brings. Below are 33 Bible verses on obedience, each accompanied by a reflection to inspire and deepen your understanding.

John 14:15

“If you love me, keep my commandments.”

Reflection: True love for Christ manifests in our willingness to follow His teachings. Obedience is not merely about adhering to rules but is a heartfelt response to the love of God. By keeping the commandments of the Lord, we demonstrate our devotion and align our actions with His divine will.

Deuteronomy 11:27

“A blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you this day.”

Reflection: God promises success and blessings to those who follow His commands. Obedience opens the door to divine favor, guiding us toward the good land He has prepared. By choosing the way of truth, we position ourselves to receive the fullness of His promises.

James 1:22

“But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.”

Reflection: Engaging with the word of God is essential, but it must be coupled with action. Merely being a hearer of the word without implementing it leads to self-deception. True faith is demonstrated when we become doers of the word, actively living out God’s teachings in our daily lives.

1 Samuel 15:22

“To obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams.”

Reflection: God values true obedience over ritualistic offerings. While sacrifices were significant under the law of Moses, they are meaningless without a heart inclined toward obedience. Prioritizing the voice of the Lord and aligning our actions with His will brings Him great delight.

Romans 6:16

“Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness?”

Reflection: Our choices reveal our allegiances. Yielding to sin leads to spiritual death, while man’s obedience to God results in righteousness. By choosing to be obedient slaves to righteousness, we embrace the way of faithfulness and reflect the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Matthew 7:21

“Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.”

Reflection: Verbal confession alone is insufficient for entering the kingdom of heaven. It is through doing the will of my Father that we demonstrate genuine faith. Obedience is the key that unlocks the door to eternal fellowship with God, emphasizing the importance of obedience in our spiritual walk.

Romans 13:1

“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.”

Reflection: Respecting governing authorities is an act of obedience to God, acknowledging His sovereignty in establishing leadership. By submitting to earthly rulers, we honor God’s ordained order, fostering peace and reflecting the law of love in our interactions with society.

Luke 11:28

“Blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it.”

Reflection: Hearing the word of God is a blessing, but the greater blessing lies in keeping it. Obedience transforms knowledge into wisdom, allowing us to bear fruit in our lives. By faithfully adhering to God’s teachings, we experience the fullness of His blessings and the joy of a living sacrifice.

1 Peter 1:14

“As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance.”

Reflection: As obedient children, we are called to abandon the passions of our former ignorance. Embracing a new identity in Christ means aligning our desires with His, leading to a transformed life that reflects the renewing of our minds and the pursuit of holiness.

Hebrews 5:9

“And being made perfect, he became the author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him.”

Reflection: Christ’s perfect obedience to the Father established Him as the source of eternal salvation. Our obedience to Him is a response to His sacrifice, securing our place in the kingdom of heaven and affirming our commitment to the will of God.

Ephesians 6:1

“Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.”

Reflection: Obedience within the family unit mirrors our relationship with God. By honoring our earthly parents, we practice submissive compliance that pleases the Lord. This commandment fosters harmony and reflects the law of love in our Christian life.

John 15:14

“Ye are my friends, if ye do whatsoever I command you.”

Reflection: Friendship with Christ is marked by obedience. By following His commands, we enter into a deeper relationship with Him, characterized by mutual love and trust. This obedience is not burdensome but a joyful expression of our connection with Christ Jesus.

Colossians 3:20

“Children, obey your parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.”

Reflection: Comprehensive obedience to parental guidance aligns with God’s design for familial relationships. Such obedience is well pleasing unto the Lord, fostering an environment where the commands of the Lord are honored and the family unit thrives

Acts 5:29

“Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.”

Reflection: When faced with conflicting authorities, our ultimate allegiance is to God’s commandments. The apostles, as witnesses of these things, modeled courageous faith and unwavering obedience. Their words remind us that true obedience sometimes requires standing against worldly systems for the sake of His name.

1 John 2:3

“And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments.”

Reflection: The gift of God—eternal life—was made possible through this ultimate act of obedience. This verse highlights that the Christian life is rooted in action, not merely belief.

Philippians 2:8

“And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.”

Reflection: Jesus, taking on human form, showed perfect obedience to the point of the cross. His humility becomes the model for all servants of the Lord, inviting us to live sacrificially. The gift of God—eternal life—was made possible through this ultimate act of obedience.

Titus 3:1

“Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work.”

Reflection: Obedience extends into civic life, where believers are called to be exemplary citizens. By honoring authorities and doing good work, Christians become living testimonies of God’s order. This aligns with the work of the Lord in all areas of society.

Matthew 28:20

“Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you.”

Reflection: Obedience becomes worship when we yield to the will of God with sincerity and love. It’s through this act that we live out the importance of obedience daily. It’s through this act that we live out the importance of obedience daily.. Discipleship involves learning and observing the commands of the Lord, ensuring a legacy of true obedience across generations. Teaching obedience is integral to the spread of the kingdom of heaven.

Romans 12:1

“Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.”

Reflection: This verse calls for complete surrender—our bodies and lives as a living sacrifice. Obedience becomes worship when we yield to the will of God with sincerity and love. It’s through this act that we live out the importance of obedience daily.

1 Peter 2:13

“Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake.”

Reflection: Submissive compliance is not weakness but spiritual strength. By obeying lawful authority, we reflect trust in God’s sovereignty and His governance over the nations of the earth. Our obedience honors the name of the Lord and brings good understanding.

Hebrews 13:17

“Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls.”

Reflection: Spiritual leadership is a sacred trust, and obedience to godly leaders ensures accountability and care. The work of God within church leadership requires cooperation and unity. This verse underscores the law blessing that comes through spiritual oversight.

John 15:10

“If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love.”

Reflection: Obedience keeps us rooted in the love of God. Remaining in Christ’s love means honoring His commandments of the Lord, much like He obeyed the Father. This abiding relationship produces peace and helps believers bear fruit in their walk.

1 John 3:22

“And whatsoever we ask, we receive of him, because we keep his commandments, and do those things that are pleasing in his sight.”

Reflection: Obedience opens the door to answered prayer. Living in harmony with God’s will demonstrates true obedience and reflects trust in the Holy Spirit. Our obedience pleases God and aligns us with His good plan for our lives.

Romans 2:13

“Not the hearers of the law are just before God, but the doers of the law shall be justified.”

Reflection: Righteousness is not about hearing the law of Moses, but obeying it. Doers of the word engage actively with truth and live out their faith with integrity. This aligns with the perfect law that brings liberty and justice.

2 John 1:6

“And this is love, that we walk after his commandments.”

Reflection: Love and obedience are inseparable in Scripture. Walking in obedience is the way of truth and a sign of fidelity to God. This verse ties the first commandment to daily life—love is action, rooted in God’s word.

2 Corinthians 10:5

“Bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.”

Reflection: Obedience starts in the mind, shaping how we live and act. As we align our thoughts with Christ, we participate in spiritual warfare against man’s disobedience. The renewing of your mind is essential for a transformed, obedient life.

Psalm 119:115

“Depart from me, ye evildoers: for I will keep the commandments of my God.”

Reflection: Obedience may require separating from influences that hinder spiritual growth. Commitment to the commands of the Lord sometimes means choosing solitude with God over company that leads us astray. It’s a declaration of allegiance to the law of love of God.

Jeremiah 7:23

“Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people.”

Reflection: God’s covenant promise hinges on our obedience to the voice of the Lord. This intimate relationship, defined by loyalty and love, reveals the whole duty of man. Walking in obedience draws us into the heart of God’s plan.

Romans 16:26

“Made known to all nations for the obedience of faith.”

Reflection: The gospel is not just for belief but also for obedience of faith. Across the nations of the earth, God’s call to obey through faith bridges cultures and unites believers. It highlights the New Testament call to walk in step with His will.

Hebrews 11:8

“By faith Abraham obeyed.”

Reflection: Abraham’s story exemplifies how man’s obedience often precedes understanding. Trusting God’s promise, he followed without knowing the destination, modeling unwavering faith. Obedience

and faith are the twin pillars of the Christian life.

Proverbs 1:8

“Forsake not the law of thy mother.”

Reflection: Mother’s teaching plays a critical role in spiritual formation. Honoring parental wisdom is part of God’s design for instruction and discipline. This obedience fosters a foundation of faithfulness, rooted in the holy Bible.

Ecclesiastes 12:13

“Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man.”

Reflection: The fear of the Lord and obedience summarize life’s ultimate purpose. The whole duty of man is wrapped up in living with reverence and aligning with God’s decrees. This verse is a powerful memory verse reminding believers of what matters most.

Obedience is a call to all children of God. Our lives should reflect the standard of teaching found in the name of Christ. As servants of the Lord, let us obey the Father’s commandment even to the point of death, just as Christ did. Through the Greek word, Hebrew word, or even the English Standard Version, the message remains: Obedience is a good thing.