“Even though I am in darkness, the Lord will be my light” (Micah 7:8).
All of us, at some point, need to learn to step out of the center and let God take control. The truth is that we were not created to carry the weight of the world on our shoulders. When we try to solve everything with our own strength, we end up frustrated, exhausted, and confused. True surrender begins when we stop trying to understand everything and simply trust. This abandonment of our own will—this complete surrender—is the path that leads us to true peace and union with God.
A large part of the inner restlessness we feel comes from a clear reason: the soul has not yet decided to fully obey the powerful Law of God. As long as there is hesitation, as long as we obey only partially the wonderful commandments of the Creator, the heart will remain divided and insecurity will prevail. Partial obedience generates uncertainty because, deep down, we know we are only approaching God superficially. But when we stop worrying about the opinions of others and choose to obey in everything, God draws near in a powerful way. And with this nearness come courage, rest, blessings, and salvation.
If you wish to experience true peace, real deliverance, and to be led to the Son for forgiveness, then do not delay any longer. Surrender yourself completely. Obey the holy and eternal Law of God with sincerity and firmness. There is no safer path, no purer source of joy and protection. The more you dedicate yourself to faithfully following the holy commandments of God, the closer you will be to His heart. And this closeness changes everything: it changes the course of life, strengthens the soul, and leads to eternal life. -Adapted from James Hinton. See you tomorrow, if the Lord allows.
Pray with me: Eternal Father, I recognize that many times I have tried to solve everything on my own, trusting in my strength, my logic, my feelings. But now I understand that true rest only exists when I surrender completely to You. Teach me to give You every part of my life, without reservation, without fear, without attempts at control.
Lord, I repent for not having fully obeyed Your powerful Law. I know that partial obedience has kept me from living in the fullness of Your presence. Today I bow before You and choose to obey You in everything. I no longer want to live a half-hearted faith. I want to follow all Your wonderful commandments with joy and zeal. May my life be marked by faithfulness to what You have established from the beginning.
Oh, Most Holy God, I worship and praise You for being just with the faithful and patient with those who sincerely repent. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is like a river of holiness that washes the soul and brings life to those who obey You. Your commandments are like pillars of light that uphold the path of truth and guard the feet of those who love You. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.