This is an unpopular concept, since so many church-goers are not living in obedience. But it's in the Bible - and it's stated many times - so it must be acknowledged... or else we are guilty of lying. This obedience is not a matter of subjective opinion, but is objective and visible to all who are willing to open their eyes. A person who is willing to pay attention to Scripture can see and know whether or not a person is living in obedience to God. (Part of this "paying attention to Scripture" includes a willingness to learn the nature of obedience - the focus of the next two articles.)