Power is in Believing and Doing By Major Frank Materu
Key Bible Scripture
“If you love me, keep my commandments.” – John 14:15
---Introduction
In a world where the pursuit of worldly acceptance often overshadows spiritual commitment, many believers face the challenge of staying true to God’s commands. The temptation to “fit in” with the world can cause spiritual disobedience, leading people to misalign themselves with God's intended purpose. This teaching emphasizes that true power is found in believing in Jesus Christ and faithfully adhering to the commands of the Holy Spirit. As we trust God and obey His voice, we experience His power in our lives, enabling us to live in victory and purpose.
---The Call to Be Set Apart
God has not called His people to blend in with the world or conform to its standards. Instead, He calls us to be a peculiar people, set apart for His purposes. The desire to fit in with worldly systems and ideologies is a distraction that leads to spiritual misalignment. Believers who seek to follow the ways of the world will inevitably find themselves dissatisfied and disillusioned. The world’s pleasures are fleeting and ultimately empty, but when we focus on following God’s will, we find lasting peace and fulfillment.
“Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” – 1 John 2:15
God calls us to be His, to obey His Spirit, and to resist the temptations that the world presents. Only by focusing on Him and following His commands can we experience true contentment.
----The Dangers of Living for the World
Many individuals live in pursuit of vanity, fantasy, and self-gratification, hoping to find satisfaction in worldly pleasures. However, as the world grows increasingly chaotic and uncertain, these pursuits only lead to deeper sorrow. The desire to live life on our own terms, apart from God’s guidance, leads to foolishness and destruction. Many people fail to recognize that their choices are rooted in disobedience to God’s Spirit, and thus they live in spiritual blindness.
“For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?” – Matthew 16:26
By rejecting God’s commands, individuals open themselves to spiritual deception and destruction, driven by the pursuit of temporary pleasures that ultimately leave them empty.
----The Power of Obedience
True power is not found in the pursuit of wealth, fame, or worldly status but in walking in obedience to the Holy Spirit. When we align our lives with God’s will, He empowers us to walk in victory and demonstrate His power to the world. Obeying God’s commands leads us to live in the fullness of His presence, where we experience His transformative power, guidance, and peace. The more we follow God’s Spirit, the more His power is manifested in our lives, making us effective witnesses for His Kingdom.
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” – Acts 1:8
Obedience is the key that unlocks the power of God in our lives. By walking in the Spirit, we live in victory and reflect His glory to a lost and hopeless world.
---Resisting the Lies of the Enemy
The world is full of distractions and lies, often propagated by the media and those in power. These lies promote fear, rebellion, and division, leading many to live in opposition to God’s truth. It is crucial that we remain vigilant, discerning, and rooted in the truth of God’s Word, rejecting the deceptive influences of the enemy. The enemy seeks to lead believers astray by offering false promises and empty comforts, but when we stay aligned with God’s commands, we are protected from deception.
“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” – Ephesians 6:12
When we stay grounded in God’s truth and obedience, we can resist the enemy’s tactics and walk confidently in His power.
---Summary
The key to living a victorious and powerful life is found in believing in Jesus Christ and obeying the Holy Spirit. As we trust God and follow His commands, we experience His power and presence in our lives. The pursuit of worldly success and pleasure may offer temporary satisfaction, but it ultimately leads to emptiness and destruction. True satisfaction comes from walking in obedience to God, who has called us to be set apart for His purposes.
---Call to Action
Take a moment today to evaluate your life. Are you chasing after the fleeting pleasures of the world, or are you aligning your actions with God’s will? Choose to walk in obedience to the Holy Spirit and trust that God will empower you to live in victory and purpose.
---Conclusion
The world offers empty promises, but God offers a life of power, peace, and purpose. As believers, we are called to reject the lies of the enemy and follow God’s commands with a heart full of gratitude. When we live according to His will, we demonstrate His power and reflect His Kingdom to a broken world.
---Final Word of Encouragement
Remember that true power comes from obedience to God. As you walk in His commands, you will experience the fullness of His presence and be equipped to overcome the challenges of this world. Trust in Him, follow His lead, and be empowered to live a life of victory, impact, and purpose.
