In this episode of Emunah (Hebrew for faith or belief), co-hosts Tamara and Charisse take on the challenging and often misunderstood topic of obedience to God. Together, they explore what biblical obedience really meansand why it can feel difficult, uncomfortable, or even countercultural in todays world.

Drawing from Scripture, the hosts examine powerful biblical examples of obedience, including Shiphrah and Puah, the Hebrew midwives who trusted God and courageously defied Pharaohs command to kill Israelite male infants, as well as Peter, a disciple of Jesus who learned that faithful obedience often begins with seemingly small, insignificant acts.

Tamara and Charisse conclude that obedience to God grants access to all He desires for uskeeping us aligned with His will, opening doors to His blessings, and allowing us to walk in spiritual power. Obedience, they explain, is not about control, but about relationship, trust, and divine alignment.

• We become friends of God

• We gain clarity and understanding of Gods will

• We bear good fruit, producing peace, purpose, and contentment

• We receive strength and power for continued obedience

• Our prayers are answered according to Gods will

• John 14:23

• Matthew 23:2728

• Luke 11:28

• John 15:14

• Jeremiah 1:110

• Deuteronomy 4:10

• Judges 6:15

• The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, 2nd Edition (NIV)

• Prayer A to Z by Stephen Nielsen

• GotQuestions.org: What Does the Bible Say About Obedience?

The story of the faithful midwives Shiphrah and Puah was also featured by Women of the Word on January 11, 2022. You can find this resource at wordconsultingllc.com under Understanding the Word: Bible Study Lessons.

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