Pleasing God

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An essential aspect of the life of believers that is more than a matter of external observance, but a total and heartfelt commitment to God.

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Pleasing God is commanded

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It is more important to please God than to please people

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Pleasing God involves inward attitudes, not simply external observance

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Sacrifices and duties please God when carried out with the right attitude

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Results of pleasing God

Psalm 37:23 ESV
The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way;
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Examples of actions that please God

Prayer

Proverbs 15:8 ESV
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, but the prayer of the upright is acceptable to him.

Doing God’s will

Hebrews 13:20–21 ESV
Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.
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Examples of those concerned to pleased God by their actions

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Examples of people who pleased God

The example of Jesus Christ

Matthew 3:17 ESV
and behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”
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Other examples

Noah

Moses:

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Naphtali; Samuel; Solomon; Mary; Enoch
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