Consequences of Not Listening | Riot Podcast Ep 143 | Christian Podcast

About this Episode

𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐬 is the topic that will be discussed today on RIOT Podcast, a Christian Discipleship Podcast


In this episode, we discussed Consequences of Not Listening.

The story of Moses teaches us about the consequences of not listening and obeying God's commands. Despite being a great leader and a faithful servant, Moses faced a moment of weakness and disobedience that led to significant repercussions. In the incident at the waters of Meribah Kadesh, Moses and Aaron were commanded to speak to a rock to bring forth water, but Moses, frustrated and angry, struck the rock instead. This act of disobedience, coupled with Moses taking credit for the miracle, showed a lack of trust in God's plan and a failure to honor His holiness.

As a result, God declared that Moses would not be allowed to enter the Promised Land, the destination he had led the Israelites towards for 40 years. While the punishment may seem harsh, it emphasizes the importance of obedience and faith in God's instructions. Moses' actions undermined the symbolic representation of Christ, the rock from which living water flows, and demonstrated a lack of faith in God's provision.

However, despite this consequence, God remained compassionate towards Moses. He allowed Moses to see the Promised Land from a distance before his death and continued to use him as a faithful leader. Moses' story teaches us the significance of listening and obeying God, even when faced with challenges and frustrations.

Like Moses, we may encounter obstacles and changes in our journey, but seeking God's guidance and obeying His new strategies for our lives can lead to victory and fulfillment of His promises. The key takeaway is to trust in God's plan and be obedient to His commands, as disobedience can have lasting consequences, even for the most faithful of servants.