{"id":1325,"date":"2024-12-06T23:02:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T23:02:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jayjohnston.org\/?p=1325"},"modified":"2024-12-06T23:02:42","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T23:02:42","slug":"trust-and-obey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jayjohnston.org\/index.php\/2024\/12\/06\/trust-and-obey\/","title":{"rendered":"Trust and Obey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As people who identify with Jesus as their Lord and Savior, we face many uncertainties, but none should cause us to abandon our trust and obedience to the Lord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This sentiment brings the hymn \u201cTrust and Obey\u201d by John H. Sammis to mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><em>When we walk with the Lord<\/em><br><em>in the light of His word,<\/em><br><em>what a glory He sheds on our way!<\/em><br><em>While we do His good will,<\/em><br><em>He abides with us still<\/em><br><em>And with all who will trust and obey.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Trust and obey, for there&#8217;s no other way<\/em><br><em>to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>(If you have a moment, you can listen to the full hymn <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/4dh02OnJpIE?si=rTXSFRjSWgR20M6V\">here<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we confront daily struggles, trusting and obeying the Lord is what we\u2019re called to do. Trusting and obeying are closely connected principles that enrich our relationship with God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In John 14:15, Jesus states, \u201cif you love me, keep my commands.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The invitation to obedience arises from our love for Him, recognizing the truth in Isaiah 55:8-9:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cFor my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,\u201d declares the Lord. \u201cAs the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is an amazing experience when we trust God\u2014when we place our faith in His character and promises. Proverbs 3:5- 6 encourages us:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><em>Trust in the Lord with all your heart\u00a0<\/em><br><em>and do not lean on your own understanding.<\/em><br><em>In all your ways, acknowledge Him,<\/em><br><em>and He will make your paths straight.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Living this way is an intentional decision to follow Jesus even when we don\u2019t fully comprehend His plan and purpose. It is an act of trusting and obeying God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recognize that trusting and obeying God is an act of surrender, and for some, it can be overwhelming due to the need for control or the discomfort of stepping out of our comfort zone.&nbsp; Let\u2019s remember the words of Deuteronomy 5:33:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You shall walk entirely in the way that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live, and that it may be well for you, and that you may prolong your days in the land which you will possess.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine the freedom and fruit of trusting and walking in obedience with the Lord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Friends, not a single one of us knows what tomorrow holds, but we can hold on to the promise of Romans 8:28:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our obedience reflects our trust, strengthens our faith, and empowers us to move forward\u2014even when the way ahead is unclear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, let\u2019s choose to trust and obey, confident that our loving Father is guiding us toward His perfect will, ensuring that our lives shine with His glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>May you be encouraged to know that somebody is praying for you today. Before I wrap up, I have one more song that I pray encourages you today. You can listen to All My Hope by David Crowder <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/7tElvdnId4Q?si=VVX2bNvNLEjopj9_\">here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#2f5496\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Join Me in Prayer<\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As you know, I lead several prayer calls each week. I invite you to participate in any of them. Praying aloud, praying silently, or just silently listening is welcome. Below is a list of all the prayer call opportunities, followed by the toll-free number and instructions on to join the calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Saturday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Saturday @ 7:30 am EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: Seven Mountains of Influence and a ministry time for fellow intercessors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Monday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Monday @ 11:00 am EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: Family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Wednesday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Wednesday @ 3:00 pm EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: US Government including Federal, State, Local, and US Military<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Louisiana Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Monday @ 8:00 pm CST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: The governor and issues concerning Louisiana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HOW TO JOIN:<\/strong><br>Phone number: 425-436-6287&nbsp;<br>When prompted, dial: 970542#<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know someone who might be interested in these ministry updates or joining me for prayer opportunities, feel free to share this post and invite them to join us. 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