Have you ever wondered about the relationship between obedience and faith? Do you long to deepen your relationship with God and experience the blessings that come with it? As women, we are -called to live a life of obedience and faith in God. But what does that mean exactly, and how can we cultivate this kind of lifestyle?
In the book of James, it says, “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves” (James 1:22). This means that we must not only read and listen to the Word of God, but we must also put it into action. When we apply the Word of God to our lives, we demonstrate our faith in God and we stand on His promises.
As women, we may struggle with the idea of obedience. In a world that emphasizes independence and self-sufficiency, obedience can seem like a weakness. However, in the context of our relationship with God, obedience is a beautiful act of surrender and trust. When we obey God, we are saying, “I trust you, God. I believe that your ways are better than mine, and I am willing to follow your lead.”
In order to cultivate a lifestyle of obedience and faith, we must first commit ourselves to studying the Word of God. The more we know about God’s character and His promises, the easier it will be for us to trust and obey Him. We can also pray for God to give us a heart that desires obedience and a willingness to follow Him wherever He leads us.
One of the most significant acts of faith is followed by a deep sense of peace and joy. This is the faith that comes from knowing that we are in the hands of a loving and faithful God. As the psalmist writes, “You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You” (Isaiah 26:3).
This life of total surrender to God in faith opens the door to greater intimacy with God. As we trust and obey Him, we come to know Him more deeply and experience His presence in our lives in a more profound way. As the Apostle Paul writes, “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death” (Philippians 3:10).
“Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ’tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.”
~ John Newton, song Lyrics
We will undoubtedly face challenges and obstacles along the way. However, we can take comfort in the words of Paul in Hebrews, who reminds us that “faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). When we put our trust in God and obey Him, we can have confidence that He will work all things together for our good (Romans 8:28).
In conclusion, we are called to live a life of obedience and faith in God. This may not always be easy, but the rewards are immeasurable. By studying the Word of God, praying for a heart that desires obedience, and trusting in His promises, we can cultivate a life of obedience and faith and experience the blessings that come with it. As the great hymn writer, John Newton, wrote, “Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ’tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.”
May we all follow in his footsteps and trust in the grace and goodness of our faithful God.
