From Hearing to Doing: Embracing Active Discipleship

Today, we gathered in a spirit of expectancy, sensing that God is stirring something new among us. There is a tangible sense of breakthrough, a holy invitation to move from the edge of passive faith into the fullness of active, Spirit-led discipleship. We began by acknowledging the power of unity in the body of Christ—how coming together in faith and worship creates an atmosphere where God’s presence is not only felt but transformative. Testimonies of healing and encouragement reminded us that God is still moving, still speaking, and still inviting us to trust Him for more.

We explored the critical difference between hearing God’s word and actually doing what He says. Too often, believers settle for accumulating knowledge, yet fail to translate that knowledge into action. This is not the way of Jesus. The call is to marry hearing and doing, to let our faith become visible through obedience. We looked at Isaiah 30, where Judah, facing crisis, sought solutions apart from God, relying on their own strategies and the help of Egypt rather than seeking the Lord first. God’s response was not anger, but patient, loving invitation—He waits for us to come to Him so He can show us His love and compassion.

Waiting on God is not passive; it is an active turning away from self-reliance and toward dependence on Him. The promise is that as we do this, we will hear a voice behind us saying, “This is the way, walk in it.” Throughout Scripture, we see men and women—Moses, Isaiah, Samuel, Mary, Peter—who responded to God’s invitation with faith and obedience, often without knowing the full impact of their “yes.” Their stories remind us that our obedience, even in small things, can have far-reaching consequences we may never see.

This is a summons to reject passive Christianity and rediscover the radical, transformative journey of following Jesus. God is inviting each of us to step into a life on mission, to listen for His voice, and to courageously act on what He says. The journey is not about perfection, but about a heart that is willing to say, “Here I am, send me.” As we respond, God will do exceedingly, abundantly above all we can ask or imagine.

Key Takeaways

• 1. Unity in the body of Christ creates an atmosphere for breakthrough. When we come together in faith, God’s presence becomes tangible, and miracles can happen. Our collective worship and agreement open the door for God to move in ways that surpass individual efforts. This unity is not just synergy—it is the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit among us. [55:29]
• 2. The difference between hearing and doing is the difference between spiritual stagnation and transformation. Accumulating knowledge without obedience leads to spiritual dullness, but when we act on what God says, we step into the fullness of His purpose for us. True discipleship is measured not by what we know, but by how we respond to God’s word. [75:56]
• 3. God’s invitation is always rooted in love and patience, even when we have strayed. He waits for us to turn to Him, not to punish, but to show us compassion and grace. Waiting on God is not passive resignation, but an active turning from self-reliance to trust in His faithfulness. [97:16]
• 4. Throughout history, God has called ordinary people to extraordinary obedience. Moses, Isaiah, Samuel, Mary, and Peter all responded to God’s invitation, often in the face of fear and uncertainty. Their willingness to act on what they heard changed the course of history, reminding us that our obedience, no matter how small, matters deeply in God’s plan. [106:05]
• 5. We rarely see the full impact of our obedience in the moment. God often calls us to take steps of faith without revealing the outcome, so that our trust is in Him and not in results. As we respond to His voice, even in the little things, He entrusts us with more and leads us into greater purpose. [109:37]

Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [55:29] - Testimonies and Breakthrough
• [60:28] - Healing and Faith Activation
• [62:50] - Jump Starting Your Faith
• [67:22] - Thanksgiving for God’s Presence
• [70:59] - Discipleship Content and Community
• [74:46] - Introduction to “The Way” Series
• [75:56] - Hearing vs. Doing: The Call to Action
• [77:32] - The Church as Solution Bearers
• [81:40] - Awakening from Spiritual Sleep
• [85:04] - Rejecting Passive Christianity
• [89:43] - Judah’s Crisis and God’s Discipline
• [91:54] - Trusting in God vs. Human Strategies
• [97:16] - God’s Patient Invitation
• [104:23] - Hearing God’s Voice: “This is the Way”
• [106:05] - Biblical Examples of Obedience
• [109:37] - The Unseen Impact of Obedience
• [112:38] - Personal Testimony and Invitation
• [114:24] - Responding to God’s Call
• [116:04] - Closing Prayer and Blessing
• [117:20] - Prayer Ministry and Dismissal

Bible Reading

Isaiah 30:18-21 (ESV) — > Therefore the LORD waits to be gracious to you, and therefore he exalts himself to show mercy to you. For the LORD is a God of justice; blessed are all those who wait for him. For a people shall dwell in Zion, in Jerusalem; you shall weep no more. He will surely be gracious to you at the sound of your cry. As soon as he hears it, he answers you. And though the Lord give you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, yet your Teacher will not hide himself anymore, but your eyes shall see your Teacher. And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.

John 16:13 (ESV) — > When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth, for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come.

Observation Questions

1. In Isaiah 30, what did the people of Judah do when they faced a crisis, and how did God respond to their choices? ([01:31:54])
2. According to verse 21, what promise does God give to those who wait for Him? How is this described in the passage? ([01:44:23])
3. In the sermon, what is the difference described between “hearing” God’s word and “doing” what He says? ([01:15:56])
4. What examples from the Bible did the pastor mention to show people responding to God’s invitation? ([01:46:05])

Interpretation Questions

1. Why do you think God waits for us to come to Him instead of immediately stepping in to fix our problems? What does this reveal about His character? ([01:37:16])
2. The pastor said that waiting on God is not passive, but an active turning away from self-reliance. What does this look like in real life? ([01:37:16])
3. How does unity in the body of Christ create an atmosphere for breakthrough, according to the sermon? ([55:29])
4. Why is it important to “marry” hearing and doing, rather than just accumulating knowledge about God? ([01:15:56])

Application Questions

1. The people of Judah turned to Egypt for help instead of seeking God first. Can you think of a recent situation where you relied on your own plans or someone else’s advice before turning to God? What would it look like to seek God first next time? ([01:31:54])
2. The pastor said, “Waiting on God is not passive delay—it’s turning from self-reliance.” Is there an area in your life where you are still trying to “make it happen” on your own? What would it mean to actively trust God in that area this week? ([01:37:16])
3. The sermon highlighted the difference between hearing and doing. Is there something you know God has been asking you to do, but you haven’t acted on it yet? What’s holding you back, and what is one step you could take this week? ([01:15:56])
4. The pastor shared stories of Moses, Isaiah, Samuel, Mary, and Peter responding to God’s invitation, even when they didn’t know the outcome. Have you ever said “yes” to God without knowing what would happen? What was the result? ([01:46:05])
5. The sermon talked about the unseen impact of obedience. Is there a small act of obedience you feel God is prompting you toward right now? How can you take that step, even if you don’t see immediate results? ([01:49:37])
6. Unity was described as a key to breakthrough. Is there someone in the church or your life you need to reconcile with or partner with in faith? What’s one practical way you can pursue unity this week? ([55:29])
7. The pastor said, “God’s invitation is always rooted in love and patience, even when we have strayed.” Is there an area where you need to receive God’s grace and start fresh? How can you respond to His invitation today? ([01:37:16])