“All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth to those who keep His covenant and His testimonies” (Psalm 25:10).
If God has placed us in a certain place, with certain challenges, it is because He wants to be glorified through our lives right there. Nothing is by chance. Many times we want to run away, change the scenery, wait for everything to be resolved before we obey. But God calls us to obey now, exactly where we are. The place of pain, frustration, struggle—that is the altar where we can offer Him our faithfulness. And when we choose to obey in the midst of adversity, that is where the kingdom of God is manifested with power.
There are people who live in constant discouragement, trapped in cycles of suffering, thinking that all is lost. But the truth is simple and transformative: what is lacking is not strength, money, or recognition. What is lacking is obedience. Obedience to the powerful Law of God—this is the secret of the men and women who made history in the Bible. It was not the absence of struggles, but the presence of faithfulness. When we obey, God acts. When we obey, He changes the course of our story.
You can experience this change today. It is not necessary to understand everything, nor to have everything resolved. It is enough to decide in your heart to obey the commandments of the Lord. Just as it happened with Abraham, Moses, David, John the Baptist, and Mary, God will begin to work in your life. He will set you free, bless you, and above all, send you to Jesus for forgiveness and salvation. Obedience is the way. -Adapted from John Hamilton Thom. See you tomorrow, if the Lord allows.
Pray with me: Lord my God, I recognize that I do not always understand Your ways, but I trust that everything has a purpose. I know that the place where I am today is not by chance. Therefore, I ask You to help me be faithful and obedient even in difficult situations. May I not waste the opportunities You give me to manifest Your kingdom through my life.
Beloved Father, remove from me all discouragement, all spiritual blindness. Give me an obedient heart, willing to do Your will even when it is hard. I no longer want to walk in circles or live in stagnation. I want to live Your purpose and experience the change that only Your Word can produce.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore You and praise You for being such a wise and merciful Father. Even when I do not understand, You are working for me. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is like a river of justice that purifies, strengthens, and leads to life. Your commandments are paths of light in a world of darkness, perfect guides for those who want to live in You. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
