“Teach me how to live, Lord; guide me along the right path” (Psalm 27:11).
God is completely holy, and as a loving and wise Father, He knows exactly how to lead each of His children on the path of holiness. Nothing about you is unknown to Him—not your deepest thoughts, nor your most silent struggles. He perfectly understands the barriers you face, the desires that need to be shaped, and the areas of your heart that still need to be transformed. God does not work randomly; He shapes with precision, with love, and with purpose, using every situation, every trial, and every temptation as tools to perfect the soul.
Your part in this process is clear: to joyfully and reverently accept the wonderful and powerful Law of God. It is only through obedience to His holy instructions that true holiness can be achieved. There is no holiness without obedience—and this should be evident to all. Yet many have been deceived by teachings that offer one without submission, without commitment to the Lord’s Law. But such holiness is illusory, empty, and does not lead to salvation.
Those who choose to obey, on the other hand, enter into a real and living path with God. They receive spiritual discernment, deliverance from the deceptions of the world, blessings that accompany the righteous, and, most precious of all: they are led to the Son by the Father Himself. This is the eternal promise—that the obedient not only walk in holiness, but are also brought to the Savior, Christ Jesus, where they find salvation, fellowship, and eternal life. To obey is, therefore, the beginning of all that God desires to accomplish in you. -Adapted from Jean Nicolas Grou. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Dear God, it is true that I often forget that You are a holy and wise Father, who knows every detail of my soul. Nothing about me is hidden from You—not the thoughts I conceal, nor the struggles I can barely express. And yet, You lead me with love and patience. Every trial, every difficulty, is part of Your plan to shape my heart. When I remember that Your Law is the foundation of the path of holiness, I understand that Your work in me is neither confusing nor random, but perfect and full of purpose.
My Father, today I ask You to give me a heart willing to obey with joy. I do not want to seek a superficial holiness, based only on feelings or appearances. Teach me to value and love Your holy instructions, for I know that without obedience there is no true transformation. Deliver me from the deceptions of this world that try to separate holiness from faithfulness to Your Word. Lead me in righteousness, and shape my life according to Your eternal standards, so that I may truly live in a way that pleases You.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore You and praise You because Your holiness is perfect and Your ways are just. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is like a fire that purifies and like a mirror that reveals who I truly am. Your commandments are safe paths for those who fear You and unshakable foundations for those who seek You sincerely. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
