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I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you.
Psalm 32:8
God promises to instruct, teach, and counsel us. Throughout scripture, we find the operating manual for life. Putting into practice the commandments of the Lord will guide us on the journey. First, we must submit our lives to God and then obey His instructions, which will grow and mature us as we put our desires aside and live for the Lord.
“Be not like a horse or a mule, without understanding, which must be curbed with bit and bridle, or it will not stay near you.” Psalm 32:9
Years ago, I had a wonderful neighbor with the most obedient Jack Russell Terrier I have ever known. Everywhere he went, the small black and white dog closely followed him, not on a leash, never misbehaving, just quietly walking beside his master, obeying his commands. The Lord wants us to live free of bit and bridle as we follow Him, not leashed to our owner, but following Him with complete trust like the Jack Russell followed his owner.
Jesus paid the price for us on the cross. Belonging to the Lord, He guides us on the journey as we follow Him. The closer we stay to the Savior, learning from Him and seeking His counsel, the freer we will live. Submit your life to the Lord, obey His commands, and follow Him closely; you will discover life to the fullest in Christ.
Journaling Questions:
How has following Jesus changed your life?
What instructions from God do you need to do today?
How can you seek the Lord’s counsel for your current struggles?
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for guiding and directing our lives and helping us live fully in You. As we try to implement Your teachings into our lives, bless our efforts. Let us hear Your counsel and then do it, finding freedom in Christ.
IJNIP. Amen
