Podcast Summary: Rick Renner Podcast (Audio)

Episode: Tuesday - What Happens When You Obey God?
Host: Rick Renner Ministries
Date: April 7, 2026

Overview

In this episode, Rick Renner continues his series "What Jesus Said about the Final say so of God's Word." The episode delves deeply into the significance of giving Scripture absolute authority in a believer's life, exploring what happens when one obeys or disobeys God's Word. Drawing from personal experience, biblical exegesis (particularly Matthew 5:18-19 and Matthew 7:24-27), and New Testament Greek, Renner stresses that God's Word must not be treated as merely another resource, but as the "law" and foundation for a life that withstands life's storms.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Authority of Scripture

[00:01 - 06:30]

• Rick introduces the episode and references Kenneth E. Hagin's book, The Authority of the Believer, emphasizing the importance of understanding one’s authority in Christ.
• He points out that contemporary culture often devalues the Bible, but warns listeners that unless Scripture is given the final say, it will not unleash its power in their lives.
  • Quote:
    "If that's the way you view the Bible, then the Bible will never release its power in your life." — Rick Renner [04:50]

2. Personal Testimony: Pledge to Scripture

[06:31 - 09:00]

• Rick reminisces about his Baptist childhood and pledging allegiance to the Bible at Vacation Bible School.
• He shares how, from an early age, he determined to let God’s Word have the final say in his life, admitting that we all make mistakes, but stressing the need to continually realign with Scripture.

3. Jesus’ View of Scripture

[09:01 - 11:40]

• Detailed analysis of Matthew 5:18:
  • Jesus upheld every "jot and tittle" of the law (down to the smallest stroke and letter), refusing to place Scripture on the same level as other resources.
  • Quote:
    "It was not just one resource among others for Him, it was the final say. So." — Rick Renner [10:32]

4. The Consequences of Attitude Toward God’s Word

[11:41 - 13:30]

• Matthew 5:19: Breaking (“loosening”) even the least commandment shows a lack of seriousness about God’s Word.
• Explains the Greek term for “commandment” (entole), signifying words of perfect completion that enable maturity and perfection in believers who obey.
  • Quote:
    "Inherent in the word of God is the ability to be complete, mature and perfect." — Rick Renner [13:00]

5. Doing and Teaching God’s Word

[13:31 - 15:30]

• Emphasizes not just hearing but doing Scripture, referencing both Jesus and James 1 ("don't be hearers only").
• The Greek word for "do" (poieo) means to actively, even creatively, find ways to apply God’s instructions.
• Teaching by example is highlighted.
  • Quote:
    "So here we find that not only are we to do the word of God, but we're to do it in our example so others can see it and replicate what we do." — Rick Renner [14:50]

6. The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders

[15:31 - 18:30]

• Matthew 7:24-27: Explores the foundational teaching that those who both hear and do God’s Word build their lives upon "the rock of all rocks."
• Stresses that obedience doesn't prevent storms but empowers resilience.
  • Quote:
    "Even when the rain comes, even when the floods come, even when the violent winds and turbulence come... you will not fall because you've given God's Word the final say so in your life." — Rick Renner [18:15]

7. The Contrast: Disobedience and Its Outcome

[18:31 - 20:50]

• Those who hear but do not obey are compared to "foolish" builders.
• Explains the Greek word "moros" (where we get 'moron'), suggesting that failing to obey Scripture is spiritual foolishness.
• Such a foundation (the "sand") will result in utter collapse when tested by life's storms.
  • Quote:
    "If you hear the word of God and you don't practice it in your life, Jesus says, I will liken that person to a foolish man or unto a moron." — Rick Renner [19:42]

8. Two Life Outcomes

[20:51 - 21:53]

• Obedience leads to an unshakable, resilient life; disobedience leads to collapse.
  • Summary:
    "Those who hear his sayings and do it ... build on the rock. Option number two: Hear but not do it; build on shifting sands. When storms come, the house will collapse." — Rick Renner [21:30]

9. Closing Prayer and Takeaway

[23:19 - 24:48]

• Rick prays for listeners, asking that they not only hear but do the Word, building lives that can endure anything.
  • Quote:
    "Help us not just to hear what you say, but help us to give your word the final say so in our life and to do what you say and to establish our life in an unshakable, undefeatable way. In Jesus name, Amen." — Rick Renner [24:38]

Notable Quotes

• "Where the word of the king is, there’s power. And when you receive the word of God as the king’s word, it releases power in your life." — Rick Renner [04:25]
• "Jesus viewed the Scripture as law; not optional, but the final say." — Rick Renner [10:05]
• "If you’re going to enter into that completeness, that maturity and that perfection, you have to give it the final say so in your life." — Rick Renner [13:18]
• "When you do the word of God, it makes you significant. But you’ve got to do it, not just hear it." — Rick Renner [15:00]
• "When the storms and the river and the wind come... it will collapse. And great, enormous will be the complete collapse of it." — Rick Renner [21:10]

Important Segment Timestamps

• 00:01 – Introduction and setting the stage
• 04:25 – Power of God’s Word as the king’s word
• 06:31 – Rick’s personal pledge to the Bible
• 09:01 – Jesus’ high view of Scripture (Matthew 5:18)
• 13:00 – Explanation of “commandment” and its impact
• 14:50 – Doing and teaching by example
• 15:31 – Wise builder: what it means to build on the rock
• 19:42 – The foolish (moros) builder and the consequences of disobedience
• 21:30 – Two options & outcomes for life
• 24:38 – Closing prayer for obedience and resilience

Memorable Moments

• Rick’s heartfelt childhood recollection of pledging allegiance to the Bible, illustrating a lifelong commitment to letting Scripture have the “final say so.”
• The candid and bold explanation of the Greek word “moros,” pointing to the real folly of disregarding God’s Word.
• Repeated encouragement that obeying God is not about legalism but about building a secure, unshakable life.

Recap

Rick Renner’s teaching in this episode powerfully and practically challenges listeners to let the Bible—not culture or personal preference—be the final authority in every decision. Through biblical exposition, word studies, and personal experience, he paints a vivid picture: obedience to God’s Word releases power, creativity, and resilience, while treating it casually or as optional leads to ruin. The pressing call to action—"Give God's Word the final say so in your life"—rings throughout, equipping believers for a steadfast walk no matter what storms may come.