Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 2000 Jesus Christ » 2003 Jesus Christ, qualities of » 2006 God, the Son » 2057 Jesus Christ, obedience of The selfless obedience of Jesus Christ to the will of God his Father, through which the redemption of humanity is accomplished. Christ also shows himself willing to submit to earthly authorities and sets an example which believers are called to imitate. Jesus Christ was totally obedient to his Father's will Obedience was central to Jesus Christ's life and thought John 4:34; Hebrews 10:9 See also Matthew 3:15; Matthew 8:9-10 pp Luke 7:8-9; John 5:30; John 6:38; John 14:31; Hebrews 10:7; Psalm 40:7-8 Jesus Christ's obedience meant ultimate personal cost Matthew 26:39 pp Mark 14:36 pp Luke 22:42 Philippians 2:8 See also Isaiah 50:5-6; Isaiah 53:10-12; Matthew 16:21 pp Mark 8:31 pp Luke 9:22; John 10:18; John 13:1; Hebrews 5:8 Jesus Christ's obedience was necessary for God's salvation plan Romans 5:18-19 See also Matthew 27:40-42 pp Mark 15:30-31 pp Luke 23:35-37; Luke 24:26; John 17:2-4,26; John 19:30 Jesus Christ's obedience was shown in his human relationships He was obedient to his parents He was obedient to secular authorities See also Matthew 17:24-27; Matthew 22:17-21 pp Mark 12:15-17 pp Luke 20:22-25 He was obedient to the Jewish law Matthew 5:17-18; Matthew 22:37-40 pp Mark 12:29-31 pp Luke 10:26-28; Mark 2:23-28; John 7:19; John 10:37-38 Jesus Christ's obedience and commitment were to the spirit of God's law; his attitudes to Jewish legalism were often seen as disobedience. Disputes over the Sabbath are one example. Believers should follow Jesus Christ's example of obedience Obedience to God's will is paramount Matthew 19:17 See also Matthew 7:21; Matthew 12:50 pp Mark 3:35 pp Luke 8:21; John 15:10; Ephesians 6:6 Christlike obedience expresses love for God 2Jn 6 See also John 14:15,20-21; John 15:12 Obedience should characterise believers' lives Romans 1:5 “obedience” refers to a whole lifestyle arising from a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. See also Acts 5:29; 2 Corinthians 2:9 See also
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