Ezekiel 22:23-31, Ezekiel 23, Hebrews 11:1-16, Proverbs 15:1-10
Hebrews 11: 8 (ESV)
“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a
place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing
where he was going.”
In Hebrews 11:8, the writer reminds the Jewish Christians of
Abraham—the father of the Christian faith and the patriarch of the Jewish
people. God the Father instructed Abraham to leave his native country and his
people in the prosperous city of Mesopotamia. Abraham wasn’t even told where he
was going, yet he obeyed the Lord immediately and left without hesitation. All
he knew was that the land he was being led to would become his inheritance.
This verse shows us the importance of obeying Father God’s
call when we receive it—and of obeying immediately. Even if the path ahead is
unclear, we are called to respond without question. Abraham demonstrated the
strength of his faith through his actions. Though it took several generations
for Father God’s promise to be fully fulfilled, Abraham ultimately received his
inheritance. The Lord loves an obedient believer, and Abraham’s unwavering
faith was rewarded, leaving a legacy for generations of his descendants.
When I reflected on how often I obey the Lord’s guidance, I
asked the Holy Spirit to give me a percentage rating. The answer I received was
65%, which I thought was fair. Sometimes my obedience is immediate and
unquestioning. At other times, it takes three reminders from the Holy Spirit
before I act. And in some cases, I drag my feet, complain, and argue—though I
eventually give in to the Lord. On those rare occasions when I dismiss His
guidance altogether, I feel the pain and consequences of my rebellion. I’m not
sure I will ever be as faithful as Abraham, but I hope to reach a 95% rating
someday. What I do know is this: whenever I obeyed the Holy Spirit’s guidance
immediately and without question, Father God rewarded that obedience. And
whenever I delayed, I always regretted not acting sooner. Obedience to the
Lord’s guidance—prompt and unquestioning—is the path to a peaceful and
rewarding life.
If this verse resonates with you—if you feel drawn to place
your faith in Jesus Christ, whose guidance leads to peace and blessing—this may
be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in the prayer that
follows, expressing your trust and your desire to walk with Him. Welcome His
presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where
you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for
all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart
that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is
my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of
salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made
new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of
Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel,
Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s
love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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