Walk-on Wednesday - Doing God’s Will - Martin Wiles

Welcome to Walk-on Wednesday. By Hump Day, we are struggling, but we believe a good devotion can strengthen us to finish the week strong. 

Then I said, “Look, I have come to do your will, O God.” Hebrews 10:7 NLT

For a long time, Mark had run from God.

Though reared in a Christian home, Mark decided he’d like to try the other side for a while. He had no trouble finding friends to help him. For seven years, he dabbled in addictive substances and frequented places he should’ve left alone. Though his conscience bothered him, substances had a way of softening the blow.

Finally, God captured his attention. Soon after he recommitted his life to Christ, he felt the tug of God’s call into ministry—a call he had heard long ago but ignored. After all, he had just married. Maybe his wife would say, “I didn’t sign on for this.” He tried ignoring the call, but the tug intensified. When he couldn’t run any longer, he spilled the beans: “God has called me into the ministry.” Happily, she agreed to follow him to college and then to the churches he later pastored.

Like Mark, Jesus too struggled with doing his Father’s will. Gradually, his purpose for being on earth unfolded. Then came the stark realization that his purpose would only be complete after being brutally abused and hanged on a cross. In the Garden of Gethsemane, he pleaded for another way. God didn’t budge.

God’s ultimate will for us is that we repent of our sins and trust him as Savior. The decision is simple but making it can be difficult. We’ve relished in sin’s temporary delight. Giving up what makes us happy sometimes takes a good dose of God’s discipline.

Yet, God’s will entails more than just our one-time repentance. He has a plan and purpose. We’re a masterpiece in the making, but we must cooperate. Determining to follow his will is a conscious decision. Putting aside those sinful practices or useless things that bring pleasure is necessary.

The good news is that when we make this decision, God will broadcast his power throughout our minds, wills, and emotions. Like Jesus, we’ll be able to say, “Not my will but Yours be done.”

Are you following God’s will for your life?

Prayer: Father, give us the strength to follow Your will, regardless of the consequences. 

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