Title: I'll Do It!/Topic: Obedience

Today’s Reading: Genesis 12; Genesis 13; Genesis 14; Luke 5

Scripture: Genesis 12:4
4 So Abram left, as the LORD had told him; and Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he set out from Haran.

Observation: This simple, short verse contains the key to living a successful and fulfilled life. Do what God says. No delaying, no questioning or bargaining, no rebelling; just simple obeying. Abram chose to obey immediately and lived a life of incredible success and blessing as a result. He did this for his whole life and took those with him who were willing to come along.

Application: It sounds so simple and it actually is simple; not always easy, but simple. Abram had to be willing to give up what he knew and move (never easy) to somewhere he didn't know without having any details. He just knew God had told him to do it, so he did. If I trust that God is who he says he is then obedience is a natural result. I know God's plans for me are good, so I must do everything to follow him. That means giving up control of my life to him and warring against the pull of my sin nature so that I have the will to obey when he gives me direction. That's all that is necessary for success.

Prayer: Father, again I submit myself to you. Do with me what you will. May I be instant to hear and instant to obey. I trust you with my life and well-being because I know your character. You have my best in mind because you love me completely. May I be a child who brings you joy and pride and not grief and heartache. I want to be totally compliant to you.
This I pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.