What Does Faith in Jesus Actually Mean?

[@mattbryan2627]

“Obedience is not perfection. It's making an effort.” I needed to hear this today. Thank you!

[@BaronReed-rj9rz]

Grace is not against effort, It's against earning. Dallas Willard

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for sharing "Earning is an attitude - Effort is an action Dallas is always so insightful Bucky

[@noahlee3803]

These are truly words to live by. As a perfectionist by nature, it's a struggle to do what Christ (and His Word) says. Whether it's about moral purity or self-discipline, I can't say that I'm an expert. Then again, I never will be. But in Christ I trust to empower me to not only believe but also do His Father's will. And may His blessings and guidance be upon each and every one of us. As Pastor John Ortberg said, "Make it a Golden Rule Day"!

[@GingerCox-jn8bj]

I’m waffling about Become New…in a good way. Sometimes I lament that I cannot tune in on the weekends. I want more! This week the richness, juiciness and appropriateness to me in my season of life is such that each day’s talk begs me to listen, re-listen then roll around with it, pray over it. Each talk was for me a week’s worth of challenge and delight. I will use the weekend to process all of this goodness giving thanks as I do.

[@BecomeNew]

We are grateful for sharing your journey with us. Blessings Bucky

[@jlheidbreder]

I'm listening, LORD🙏🏻🕊💙

[@RoseExieDavis]

Faith in the living, loving, ruling, helping Christ, not in myself. Oh, the joy of doing the will of Jesus.🫶🏼🙌🏻

[@davidsimonson6939]

Somehow, for me, surrender is easier than rote obedience. I can’t. He can. I think I’ll let him. That includes understanding he is in charge. That said, Gerorge McDonald’s words are so powerful; so compelling. Wow!

[@lhutcheson9854]

To not be anxious about tomorrow because Jesus said so. ❤

[@peggysevre7211]

I felt that one too. Do not be anxious...

[@BingoNamo-gb8pz]

@@peggysevre7211”don’t be anxious, just obey these 97 commands to prove you have faith in me or I might say depart from me I never knew you. No pressure.” When your faith is in Jesus for ALL men this is when you begin to think, talk & act like Jesus with ZERO effort. This is when you enter HIS rest. Because you trust in the faithfulness of God towards ALL men, to love them, to forgive them, to save them. NOW that I know & believe the gospel that GOD IS GOOD, I can start loving, forgiving & blessing even my enemies. I can be perfect as my Heavenly Father is perfect. Doing good to all, being merciful & patient, not holding anyone’s sins against them. Freely I have received, freely I give. He who is forgiven much loves much.

[@nancyzykan8573]

Such a simple challenge, yet so hard to trust at times. My next step is acceptance of what I didn’t want to be true. Yet, I can’t heal what I don’t acknowledge is true. Jesus is leading me through this fire, holding my hand; I just have to keep taking the next step forward with Him.

[@anniekirkby5340]

I feel where you’re at. Go bravely. The Lord bless you as you go.

[@tracismith9590]

I continue to embrace our "Jesus" and his way! Life is so much better...Thank you again John and the team for your teachings and bringing truth to the reading! I continue to follow and learn❤

[@petejackson565]

Such a good balance of theory and practical application. Thank You, John.

[@rayfowler9765]

Obedience and leaving your trust in others for trust in the Lord. His grace is never ending.... as George MacDonald said, "Obedience is not perfection. It's making an effort." Alleluia!

[@marybethkling9805]

I'm trying to retire and sell my house. I have more or less paralyzed myself by trying to get top dollar for my possessions instead of donating them. Because of the new life "On a fixed income" I've let worry and fear negate the generosity Jesus calls me to. No more. Thank you for this timely message ❤

[@anniekirkby5340]

Aw, what a sweet realization. I wish you could share it wi the my mom who is also in the middle of house cleanout!

[@marybethkling9805]

It is so hard after 37 years! Give her grace❤ I'm working hard at giving myself grace!!

[@JeanneCorrigan-ej4le]

Thank you John and Tim and George MacDonald !!! Everyday is the best day to live for Jesus ❤️

[@lvshope]

Listening with a responsive heart and action.

[@BethMays]

The most convicting and liberating talk yet for me. B

[@BecomeNew]

So glad your were blessed - Bucky

[@R0CKSTONE-pt6hk]

Nobody can hurt me without my permission. .The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.

[@peggysevre7211]

Jesus, I will do what you say.

[@lyddavetrov8176]

Dynamic! As per the dictionary definition of the noun use: 'a force that stimulates change or progress within a system or process'. Thank you for being the dynamite in the process of Becoming New . . . 💖

[@jbLR218]

So so good!!! 🙌🏼 🙌🏼 🙌🏼 🙌🏼

[@joemiller9856]

Do the Next Right Thing: Eight Strong Handholds for Every Man - by Roger Thompson ties into today’s teaching. Roger is my former Pastor and friend. ❤️

[@davidrivera2165]

We are called by Yeshau to put on His yoke and plow the field of our life with Him leading and at the same time making the burden light. The field has boulders of self-centeredness (sin in me), roots of bitterness, and resentment.The field has upgrade hills to overcome. Forgiveness, love, kindness, and gratitude are the tools that our Master offers us to help us remove these seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Yet, as we sow His seeds, He will produce much fruit, and we will rejoice in being the bearers of His fruit through us. Yes, LORD, I want to build my life according to the Father's will. Now pour your SPIRIT, your Truth, your way, your Life into me. For only YOU in me can live the life that pleases the FATHER.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you so much for sharing - Bucky

[@andreaholm6873]

Plain talk here. I like it.

[@revannekh]

Thank you, John for sharing those powerful and conscious pricking thoughts from MacDonald.

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks for listening. Bucky

[@garrypearson6115]

GeorgeMcDonalds word encourage me to be engaged as a disciple…. Be prepared in all circumstances….

[@elainepepper7029]

❤Thank you for today's teaching on Matthew 7:21 I have been taking my time doing each lesson . I write them out so I can practice mentally each day what Jesus wants me to do.❤❤

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for sharing - it is salve for the soul to seep oneself in God's word. We appreciate you sharing your journey Bucky

[@tracykamemoto4602]

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[@beanfeld]

Agreed. 😊

[@babsnorth9773]

And what’s the name of the novel about the preacher? Thank you. Do the next right thing. I like that One step I can do

[@daniellemeadows8291]

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[@claudiahrinda3099]

What's the name of the book John mentioned about the pastor? By George Macdonald?

[@SusanAguire-m9m]

Knowing the Heart of God

[@markdyck2548]

The Curate of Glaston

[@R0CKSTONE-pt6hk]

Faith in one self. Thats faith in jesus .... 1Co 15:53 KJV For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality.( The word on paper is the mortal body (the true interpretation is the spiritual body Phi 3:21 KJV Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself. Its the word.

[@larrylosey2559]

Abraham's faith came first before obedience that righteousness might be by faith, not works. Maybe you were just testing us to see if we're listening. Can you be an atheist and obey Jesus? You cannot deny the Father or the Son. It's a package deal.

[@halnicholas3791]

“Works” (behavior, lifestyle) is the outward indicator of faith. There is no faith without “works.”

[@anniekirkby5340]

To me it seems like John/George are talking about discipleship, not about salvation?

[@dianashu3529]

An atheist who does not believe in church but hears God’s commands and does them is not an atheist.

[@halnicholas3791]

@@dianashu3529 they’re just an atheist “poser.” 😂

[@SandraForde-gs1fm]

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