Living By Faith Blog

Should you just obey anyway? Here’s why that’s not such a good idea — and what you can do instead.

Gratitude is essential. But it’s not what motivates biblical obedience. Here’s what does.

If I just try to produce works, I’m missing the point. In this post I explain the point — and how it can transform your life.

When it comes to obeying, it’s not enough to understand who you are in Christ. That’s essential — but it’s not enough.

Ever wonder how much of your obedience is Spirit-powered, and how much is just will-power? Me, too. Here’s what’s helping me.

Use these clues to see what’s behind your obedience — then transform your obedience with God’s promises and the Spirit’s power..

Why do we remember commands but forget the reasons that can help us obey? It’s puzzling ..

Jesus says “come to me all who are weary and I will give you rest.” Here’s how that works in real life …

Need help using your time wisely? In Ephesians 5 Paul gives a powerful reason to motivate us.

For too long I thought motivation was all about will-power. But God’s Word has a profoundly different approach. Do you know what it is?