Interesting Green: Reflection - Walking faithfully with God

Source (book): "In The Beginning", Tracing The Gospel Story In Genesis, Chapter 6, "When People Lived for Centuries (Genesis 5)", Question 2, "Walking faithfully with God", Page 49.
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012

PHOTO: How do you think Enoch walked with God? What would be the life of someone who walks faithfully with God look like?

Based on Chapter 6 of In The Beginning by Bishop Dr. Robert M. Solomon, Enoch’s walk with God was about a deep, lifelong friendship and absolute trust, rather than just following religious rules or ticking boxes.

Here is what it means and how a faithful person's life looks today, explained simply in point form:

How Enoch Walked with God

Constant companionship: Enoch did not just visit God on weekends. He went through his whole daily routine—working, raising family, eating—together with God.

Going in the same direction: Walking together means you don't run ahead or trail behind. Enoch aligned his lifestyle, desires, and decisions completely with God’s will.

Deep intimacy: It was a close, personal relationship built on deep trust, active listening, and continuous prayer, lasting for over 300 years.

What a Faithful Life Looks Like Today

Daily quiet time: Starting the day by talking to God and reading the Bible before checking WhatsApp or social media.

Honesty at work and school: Choosing not to cheat, lie, or take shortcuts, even when peers or colleagues pressure you to do so just to get ahead.

Loving others selflessly: Going out of your way to help neighbours, care for the needy, and forgive people who offend you, just like Jesus did.

Trusting God during tough times: Keeping your peace and faith intact when facing sudden retrenchment, family issues, or illnesses, knowing God is still in control.

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How do you think Enoch walked with God? What would be the life of someone who walks faithfully with God look like?

Based on Chapter 6 of In The Beginning by Bishop Dr. Robert M. Solomon, Enoch’s walk with God was about a deep, lifelong friendship and absolute trust, rather than just following religious rules or ticking boxes.

PHOTO: Based on Chapter 6 of In The Beginning by Bishop Dr. Robert M. Solomon, Enoch’s walk with God was about a deep, lifelong friendship and absolute trust, rather than just following religious rules or ticking boxes.
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Here is what it means and how a faithful person's life looks today, explained simply in point form:

How Enoch Walked with God

Constant companionship: Enoch did not just visit God on weekends. He went through his whole daily routine—working, raising family, eating—together with God.

Going in the same direction: Walking together means you don't run ahead or trail behind. Enoch aligned his lifestyle, desires, and decisions completely with God’s will.

Deep intimacy: It was a close, personal relationship built on deep trust, active listening, and continuous prayer, lasting for over 300 years.

PHOTO: How Enoch Walked with God
Constant companionship: Enoch did not just visit God on weekends. He went through his whole daily routine—working, raising family, eating—together with God.
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PHOTO: How Enoch Walked with God
Going in the same direction: Walking together means you don't run ahead or trail behind. Enoch aligned his lifestyle, desires, and decisions completely with God’s will.
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PHOTO: How Enoch Walked with God
Deep intimacy: It was a close, personal relationship built on deep trust, active listening, and continuous prayer, lasting for over 300 years.
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What a Faithful Life Looks Like Today

Daily quiet time: Starting the day by talking to God and reading the Bible before checking WhatsApp or social media.

Honesty at work and school: Choosing not to cheat, lie, or take shortcuts, even when peers or colleagues pressure you to do so just to get ahead.

Loving others selflessly: Going out of your way to help neighbours, care for the needy, and forgive people who offend you, just like Jesus did.

Trusting God during tough times: Keeping your peace and faith intact when facing sudden retrenchment, family issues, or illnesses, knowing God is still in control.

(Answers are provided by Google AI Mode).

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PHOTO: What a Faithful Life Looks Like Today
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PHOTO: What a Faithful Life Looks Like Today
Loving others selflessly: Going out of your way to help neighbours, care for the needy, and forgive people who offend you, just like Jesus did.
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PHOTO: What a Faithful Life Looks Like Today
Trusting God during tough times: Keeping your peace and faith intact when facing sudden retrenchment, family issues, or illnesses, knowing God is still in control.
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PHOTO: "Dear Lord, Thank You for the example of Enoch. When we read about him, we are reminded that a faithful life is not about being famous or doing religious tasks for show. It is about a deep, daily friendship with You.

Enoch walked with You for centuries in complete trust, adjusting his pace to match Yours, going wherever You led, and talking to You through every ordinary moment of his day. Lord, we want to walk like that too.

Help us to live a life that walks faithfully with You today:

Keep us close to You: Let us start and end each day in Your presence, seeking Your guidance before we make any decisions or react to the world around us.

Give us the courage to be different: When there is pressure at work, school, or home to take shortcuts or follow the crowd, give us the strength to stand firm and choose honesty and integrity.

Fill us with Your love: Teach us to love our family, friends, and neighbours selflessly. Let our words bring peace and encouragement to those who are hurting.

Grant us absolute trust: When life gets tough, when we face unexpected trials, or when the future looks uncertain, hold our hands tight. Help us to keep walking forward, knowing You are right beside us.

Thank You that You do not leave us to walk alone. Guide our steps today and every day.

Through Lord Jesus Christ we pray. Amen."
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Reflection - Walking faithfully with God
Source (book): "In The Beginning", Tracing The Gospel Story In Genesis, Chapter 6, "When People Lived for Centuries (Genesis 5)", Question 2, "Walking faithfully with God", Page 49.
By Robert M. Solomon, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Singapore from 2000 - 2012

Footnotes

Other Books (Links)

"Faithful to the end", A Preacher's Exposition of 2 Timothy, @ 2014 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Faithful to the end (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2017/06/reflection-faithful-to-end-links.html

"Finding rest for the soul" Responding to Jesus' Invitation in Matthew 11:28-29, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Finding rest for the soul (Links)
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2018/10/reflection-finding-rest-for-soul-links.html

"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART I-III, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-i.html

"God in Pursuit" Lessons from the Book of Jonah, © 2016 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - God in Pursuit (Links) - PART IV, posted on Saturday, 10 August 2019
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2019/08/reflection-god-in-pursuit-links-part-iv.html

"Songs of Christmas", The Stories and Significance of 20 Well-Loved Carols, © 2018 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Songs of Christmas (Links), posted on Friday, 24 April 2020
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/04/reflection-songs-of-christmas-links.html

"Growing Old Gracefully", Following Jesus to the End, © 2019 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Growing Old Gracefully, Part I - III (Links), posted on Wednesday, 09 December 2020
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/12/reflection-growing-old-gracefully-part.html

Reflection - Growing Old Gracefully, Part IV - V (Links), posted on Thursday, 22 April 2021
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/12/reflection-growing-old-gracefully-part_9.html

"Teach Us to Number Our Days", © 2008 by David Roper

Reflection - Number Our Days, Chapter 1 - 40 (Links), posted on Tuesday, 16 November 2021
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2021/11/reflection-number-our-days-chapter-1-40.html

Reflection - Number Our Days, Chapter 41 - 64 (Links), posted on Wednesday, 16 March 2022
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2022/03/reflection-number-our-days-chapter-41.html

"He Walks with Me - Devotions for Your Caregiving Journey with God", © 2018 by Our Daily Bread Ministries, Shelly Beach

Reflection - He Walks with Me (Links), posted on Tuesday, 16 August 2022
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2022/08/reflection-he-walks-with-me-links.html

"Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Copyright © 2021 by Our Daily Bread Ministries

Reflection - Classic Gem, Chapter 1 - 45 (Links), posted on 03 April 2023
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflection-classic-gem-chapter-1-45.html

"Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Copyright © 2021 by Our Daily Bread Ministries

Reflection - Classic Gem, Chapter 46 - 90 (Links), posted on Tuesday, 24 October 2023
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2023/10/reflection-classic-gem-chapter-46-90.html

"Making All Things New", 52 Reflections to Challenge the Way You Live, Copyright @ 2022 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Making All Things New, Chapter 1 - 28 (Links), posted on Saturday, 04 August 2024
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2024/08/reflection-making-all-things-new.html

"Making All Things New", 52 Reflections to Challenge the Way You Live, Copyright @ 2022 by Robert M. Solomon

Reflection - Making All Things New, Chapter 29 - 52 (Links), posted on Saturday, 15 March 2025
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2025/03/reflection-making-all-things-new.html

"My Soul Thirsts For God", Reflections on the Psalms from Our Daily Bread, Copyright @ 2009 by Discovery House Publishers

Reflection - My Soul Thirsts For God, Verse 1 - 46 (Links) on Monday, 25 August 2025
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2025/08/reflection-my-soul-thirsts-for-god.html

"My Soul Thirsts For God", Reflections on the Psalms from Our Daily Bread, Copyright @ 2009 by Discovery House Publishers

Reflection - My Soul Thirsts For God, Verse 47 - 92 (Links) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026
https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2026/01/reflection-my-soul-thirsts-for-god.html

Reference

[1] From "In The Beginning", Tracing The Gospel Story In Genesis, Copyright @ 2009 by Robert M. Solomon, Chapter 6, "When People Lived for Centuries (Genesis 5)", Question 2, "Walking faithfully with God", Page 49.

Links

Other Books (Links) - https://veryfatoldman.blogspot.com/2020/10/reflection-books-links.html

Genesis 5 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis%205&version=NIV

Matthew 11:28-29 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+11%3A28-29&version=NIV