THE BIG O

It is common knowledge that obedience to superiors and personal discipline are key elements to the success of any military force or individual serving in the military.  If you are considering joining, you will want to do some serious soul-searching first to be sure you can not only face or survive this type of environment but also thrive in it.  The instant military recruits step off the bus for Basic Training (boot camp) they are not only taught the value of immediate obedience to orders, they are also conditioned for obedience through a meticulous, rigorous, and repetitive training program.

Setting basic boundaries and teaching early obedience and personal discipline are important when raising children.  

This becomes even more important as a family grows.  Larger families are less likely to have spoiled children.  We have 10 ourselves.  Managing a household with that many people is definitely a full-time job and requires obedience and a personal discipline from everyone in order to keep the chaos to a minimum.  

Of course, obedience is an important principal for children to learn regardless of their family size.  Not only is it fundamental to understanding the concepts of authority, respect, and submission, it can also be the difference between life and death:  "Never run into the street or across a parking lot by yourself!"

Can I just tell ya something?  Our kiddos are not the only ones who need to be reminded of the big O:  Obedience.  

Various forms of the word "obey" can be found well over 100 times in the Bible.  Christian life IS a life of obedience and surrender to the things of God.  

It is to be a voluntary obedience through our own freewill.  Obedience is not forced upon us.  Obedience should also be cheerful, passionate, joyful, and spontaneous.  A personal discipline and commitment to obedience to God's Biblical standards for living are the key elements to finding real reward and satisfaction in the abundant life the Creator has in mind for us.  Obedience requires faith and for us to shift our focus from self and circumstances to God and His promises.

Pray
Father, I want as much or more than anything to be the man You had in mind when You planned, designed, and created me.  Forgive me for falling short and taking my eyes off of You and Your ways.  Give me the courage today to chase hard after You!  Amen.

Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and don’t do the things I say? -- Luke 6:46 CSB

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