“And my God will meet all your needs…” – Philippians 4:19 (NIV)
Living a Life of Surrender and Obedience
Living a life of surrender and obedience is a transformative journey that entails aligning our will with God’s will and faithfully following His commands. By embracing this lifestyle, we open ourselves to the transformative work of God in our lives. In order to live a life of surrender, however, we must:
Cultivate a Spirit of Surrender
Cultivating a spirit of surrender involves developing a mindset and attitude of yielding to God’s will and trusting in His plan for our lives. The evidence of such a life includes prayer, meditation, and submission.
Practice Obedience
Practicing obedience to God involves actively following His commands, regulating our actions with His will, and living in accordance with His teachings. That is, studying God’s Word, and prayerfully listening, and following His commands.
Seek God’s Strength
Seeking God’s strength involves relying on Him for the courage, guidance, and power needed to face life’s challenges and overcome obstacles. It requires relying on His grace and power.
God’s blessings are the result of living a life of surrender and obedience. The blessings of surrender and obedience are manifold in the life of a believer and include peace, joy, and alignment with God’s purposes.
By embracing surrender and obedience in our relationship with God, we open ourselves to a wealth of blessings that flow from His love, grace, and faithfulness. The blessings of surrender and obedience enrich our lives, strengthen our faith, and bring glory to God as we walk in His ways.
May we continually strive to cultivate a heart of obedience in our spiritual journey. Let us trust in God’s goodness, follow His lead with unwavering faith, and surrender our will to His perfect plan. As we walk in obedience and surrender, may we draw closer to God, experience His presence in a profound way, and bear fruit that glorifies Him.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the ability to surrender and obey. May Your Spirit guide us as we seek to surrender our will to Yours and obey Your commands. Help us to walk in faith, knowing that Your plans are always good and perfect; in Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Read: Isaiah 41:10; 2 Corinthians 9:8
Bible Reading Guide: Proverbs 8:1-11; Luke 5:33-39; Luke 6:1-11; Numbers 19; Numbers 20; Numbers 21:1-3
