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Do Whatever He Says.

Several years ago I read this book, which became a staple next to my nightstand. Many months ago I pulled it back out and reread portions of it, one chapter specifically built around John 2:5.

“Do whatever he tells.” 


These words stirred my heart differently this time and I made an agreement with the God, to obey, to say yes, to do whatever He tells me.

I knew when I agreed to do this, it could be a wild ride—- never did I expect for it to turn into a fast paced— “I can’t keep up with you Jesus,” journey.

I felt the Spirit leading me in all the small ways and I agreed to obey, and it was full of supernatural faith and somewhat fun. I had moments where I was seeing how following Jesus isn’t boring but a crazy adventure! He’s got SO much in-store for is that we’re missing out on!

Then just as the fun peaked, obedience became a little harder. Just as I teach my twins, first-time obedience, I felt God asking me to trust him the same way.

There’s been days I’ve sat on the couch sobbing, like Abraham obeying even in the HARD of agreeing to sacrifice his promised son, or even when it made no sense… I’ve sat saying okay God, even if it’s hard, and my mind doesn’t get this, I’ll do whatever you say.

In my little box, the nice world I’ve created, God would move at a nice, easy pace for me to enjoy— yet I’ve often felt like the Spirit is moving and speaking faster than I can digest or go. Then I laugh, because he doesn’t want my strength or abilities, he wants my heart and HE will do the rest! I don’t have to sit and analyze… God is breaking down my pace, as to show me, simply follow him in 100% FAITH, just say YES and bank on him to show up.

It is beauty and it is messy, all intertwined.

What started out as a little obedience challenge, “to do whatever he says,” turned into something that has wrecked me. I’ve seen God use my obedience to share HIS love and kindness— and I just feel like I’m a fly on the wall to his GOODNESS and desire for his people.

I think sometimes we want more of the Spirit, more of Gods presence BUT to encounter it, we have to get out of our head— out of own way and say YES, I’ll do whatever you tell me…And in the undoing of our walls will find more of his love, his presence and his power as we say yes.

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