responsive obedience

 Thursday, January 29, 2026 (5:29 a.m.)

Holy God,

Good morning. And thank You so much.

I knew exactly what I wanted to do yesterday. And it worked out better than I had hoped.

Attending a funeral in the morning was the main goal. Followed by coming back home. Spending the entire day alone. Watching whatever I wanted on TV. And finishing a puzzle I had been working on. The seven uninterrupted hours of sleep was an absolute bonus. Thank You Father.

Lord God, I look to You for today. There are many things that need attention. I am very well rested. “Put me in Coach.” Exactly where and how You want me.

(6:32 a.m.)

While considering You as Coach, I read the words of the apostle Paul written to the Philippian believers. Father thank You that we have these records of encouragement and instruction.

EasyEnglish Bible tells us we are to “be like lights in the world.” I want to be a light for You Lord.

Chapter 2, verse 12 says, “So, my friends, you must continue to obey God. When I was with you, you always obeyed. Now that I am not with you, that is even more important. God has saved you. You must always live in a way which shows that is true. Respect God and obey Him. Remember that He is great and powerful.”

The Message describes the importance of living “in responsive obedience.” Father, I very much want to be responsive and obedient to Your leading.

Verse 13 directs, “It is God Himself who is working in you. Now you want to obey Him, and He makes you strong to do that. When You obey Him, that makes Him very happy” (EASY).

The Message uses these words. “Be energetic in your life of salvation, reverent and sensitive before God. That energy is God’s energy, an energy deep within you, God Himself willing and working at what will give Him the most pleasure.”

Do all You must in making me responsively obedient to You Dear Lord. I love, need, trust and want You. Use me exactly as You know is best. Thank You. Praise You. Amen.

(363 words ~ 7:07 a.m.)