“And the incomparable greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty strength” (Ephesians 1:19).
A root planted in the best soil, with the ideal climate and receiving everything that the sun, air, and rain can offer, still has no guarantee of reaching perfection. However, the soul that sincerely seeks everything God desires to give is on a much surer path to growth and fullness. The Father is always willing to pour out life and peace upon those who seek Him sincerely.
No sprout stretching toward the sun has as much certainty of a response as the soul that turns to the Creator. God, being the source of all good, communicates with power and love to those who truly desire to partake in His presence. Where there is sincere aspiration and living obedience, there God manifests Himself. He does not ignore those who seek Him with faith and humility.
Therefore, more important than the environment around us is the direction of the heart. When a soul bows before the will of God and decides to follow His mighty Law, it receives life from above. The Lord’s commandments are paths of light for all who trust in Him. To obey sincerely is to open oneself to everything the Creator desires to pour out. -Adapted from William Law. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Lord my God, I thank You for being so accessible and so ready to receive me. While many things in life are uncertain, Your faithfulness never fails. If I seek You sincerely, I know You will come to meet me with love and power.
I want my heart to desire Your presence more than anything in this world. Teach me to stretch my soul toward You, just as the plant stretches toward the sun. Give me an obedient spirit that loves Your ways and trusts in Your commandments. I do not want to live on the margins of Your will.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore and praise You for never rejecting a sincere soul. You communicate with those who love and obey You, and I desire to live this way. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is like the rain that penetrates the soil and gives abundant life. Your commandments are like rays of sunshine that warm, guide, and strengthen the path of the righteous. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
