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    Abraham's obedience to God's command to leave his home and go to a new land is presented as a powerful example of obedience of faith. Though Abraham did not understand God's plan, he trusted in God and followed His commands, surrendering his own desires. True obedience of faith requires complete trust that God's plan is better than our own. In modern times, obedience of faith can involve difficult choices like forgiveness or turning from sin. Ultimately, obedience of faith is about trusting God's ways are higher and placing complete trust in Him, knowing He will bless and guide us. Obedience cultivates a relationship with God as a response to His love and grace, not to earn favor.

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    Abraham's obedience to God's command to leave his home and go to a new land is presented as a powerful example of obedience of faith. Though Abraham did not understand God's plan, he trusted in God and followed His commands, surrendering his own desires. True obedience of faith requires complete trust that God's plan is better than our own. In modern times, obedience of faith can involve difficult choices like forgiveness or turning from sin. Ultimately, obedience of faith is about trusting God's ways are higher and placing complete trust in Him, knowing He will bless and guide us. Obedience cultivates a relationship with God as a response to His love and grace, not to earn favor.

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    Obedience of Faith (REFLECTION PAPER)

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    Abraham's obedience to God's command to leave his home and go to a new land is presented as a powerful example of obedience of faith. Though Abraham did not understand God's plan, he trusted in God and followed His commands, surrendering his own desires. True obedience of faith requires complete trust that God's plan is better than our own. In modern times, obedience of faith can involve difficult choices like forgiveness or turning from sin. Ultimately, obedience of faith is about trusting God's ways are higher and placing complete trust in Him, knowing He will bless and guide us. Obedience cultivates a relationship with God as a response to His love and grace, not to earn favor.

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    Obedience of Faith

    In reflecting on the obedience of faith, one of the first things that comes to mind is the story of
    Abraham in the Bible. In Genesis, God calls Abraham to leave his home and go to a land that
    God will show him. Abraham obeys God's command, and as a result, God blesses him and
    promises to make his descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky.

    Abraham's obedience is a powerful example of the obedience of faith. He did not fully
    understand what God had in store for him, but he trusted in God and followed His commands.
    This kind of faith requires surrendering one's own desires and placing complete trust in God.
    Similarly, obedience to God's commands requires that we surrender our own will and trust that
    God knows what is best for us. It can be challenging to let go of our own desires and trust that
    God's plan is better, but this is what is required of us as Christians.

    In modern times, the obedience of faith can manifest in various ways. It may involve making
    difficult choices, like forgiving someone who has wronged us or turning away from sinful
    behaviors. It may also mean living a life of service to others, even when it is inconvenient or
    uncomfortable.
    Ultimately, the obedience of faith is about trusting that God's ways are higher than our own and
    that His plans for us are good. It requires surrendering our own will and placing complete trust in
    God. As Christians, we are called to live a life of obedience to God's commands, knowing that
    He will bless us and guide us along the way.

    Another aspect of the obedience of faith that is worth reflecting on is the idea that obedience is
    not just about following rules but about cultivating a relationship with God. Obedience is a
    response to God's love and grace, not a way to earn His favor.
    When we obey God's commands, we demonstrate our love and trust in Him. We acknowledge
    that He is the one in control and that His ways are better than our own. Through obedience, we
    draw closer to God and deepen our relationship with Him.

    MARIA RONA JANE D.L. SOLIS


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