Obedience is detachment from the self. This is the most radical detachment of all. But what is the self? The self is the principle of reason and responsibility in us. It is the root of freedom, it is what makes us men.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Obedience is a strong virtue, capable of making me master of my emotions by giving me more strength to conquer my pride as I submit to those above me out of respect for their God-given authority and those below me out of love.
Obedience is the fruit of faith.
Obedience is an act of faith; disobedience is the result of unbelief.
Obedience to God is the pathway to the life you really want to live.
Respect for self is the beginning of cultivating virtue in men and women.
When obedience ceases to be an irritant and becomes our quest, in that moment God will endow us with power.
Obedience brings peace in decision making. If we have firmly made up our minds to follow the commandments, we will not have to redecide which path to take when temptation comes our way.
Self-respect is the fruit of discipline; the sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself.
The willingness to accept responsibility for one's own life is the source from which self-respect springs.
Obedience is the mother of success and is wedded to safety.