“Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a straight and safe path” (Psalm 143:10).
Goodness is not a human construction. It is not something we can shape according to our emotions or conveniences. Goodness flows directly from the throne of God and follows a clear path: that of obedience. No matter how much the world says we can “choose our own way” or “define our own truth,” the reality remains unchanged — it is not for man to choose his duties before the Creator. Our duty has already been established: to obey the One who made us.
Many try to avoid this calling, abandoning God’s commandments in search of an easier, less demanding life. But what do they find at the end of that road? Only emptiness. Without obedience to the mighty Law of God, there is no true sustenance, nor lasting peace. There may even be temporary relief, a false sense of freedom, but soon comes spiritual hunger, restlessness of the soul, the weariness of living far from the source of life. To flee from obedience is to move away from the very reason for existence.
True satisfaction is found in saying “yes” to God, even when it requires sacrifice. It is when we embrace the duties He has placed before our eyes — especially the duty to obey His holy commandments — that we experience what is eternal: divine blessing, true goodness, and peace that does not depend on circumstances. That is when everything changes. Because it is in obedience that the soul finds purpose, direction, and the abundant life that only heaven can give. -Adapted from George Eliot. See you tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Eternal Father, I thank You for showing what is good and where it is found. I acknowledge that it does not come from me, but from You, like a river flowing from Your throne. I no longer want to live choosing my own ways or defining my own duties. I want to obey what has already been revealed by You.
Lord, strengthen me so I do not flee from the holy responsibility of obeying You. I know that Your mighty Law is the path of true goodness, blessing, and abundant life. Even when the world offers me shortcuts, help me to remain firm in Your holy commandments, trusting that each duty fulfilled is a seed of eternity.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore and praise You for being the source of all goodness. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is like a river of purity that waters the weary soul and makes it blossom in faithfulness. Your commandments are like golden paths in the darkness of this world, safely leading those who love You to the eternal home. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
