“Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths” (Psalm 25:4).
The Lord desires to shape us so that we are in full conformity with His will. But for this to happen, we need to be malleable, allowing Him to work in every detail of our lives. Many times we think that faithfulness is only in the big decisions, but it is in the daily “yes” to the Father’s small commands that the heart is transformed. Each step of obedience makes room for God to guide us safely and wisely.
That is why we need to learn to value the Lord’s magnificent commandments. It does not matter if they seem small or great in our eyes—all are precious. Every act of submission, every renunciation made in faithfulness, is part of the path that leads us to true blessedness. Whoever says “yes” to the Most High in the simple things soon discovers that He is shaping their character for eternity.
So, trust in the Lord’s ways and obey from the heart. Whoever learns to follow His commands with joy is led to the fullness of life. The Father prepares, strengthens, and sends to the Son those who allow themselves to be shaped by His holy will. Adapted from Hannah Whitall Smith. See you tomorrow, if the Lord allows.
Pray with me: Beloved Father, I place myself before You with a heart willing to learn. I want to be like malleable clay in Your hands, so that You may transform me according to Your will.
Lord, teach me to obey Your magnificent commandments in every detail, whether in small things or great. May my heart learn to say “yes” whenever You speak.
Oh, dear God, I thank You because You shape me with love and patience. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is the perfect path that guides me. Your commandments are sweet instructions that lead me to the fullness of life. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
