Obedience Comes First

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." – Psalm 119:105

If you're waiting to obey God until everything makes sense, you'll be waiting forever. Obedience has never been about having it all figured out. It’s about trusting the One who already does.

God doesn’t call you to follow Him once the plan is laid out in detail. He calls you to follow Him step by step. That’s what faith is. It’s hearing God's voice, trusting His character, and taking the next step even when the path ahead is foggy. If you had all the answers, it wouldn't require any trust.

You might be asking God for clarity. You might be begging Him to show you what’s next. But often, God gives direction one move at a time. He says go, then shows the way. He says act, then opens the door. He doesn’t reveal the full picture because obedience in the unknown is how He shapes your character and builds your dependence on Him.

Too many people never step into their purpose because they’re waiting for all the pieces to come together. But what if the pieces don’t come together until you take the first step? What if the provision comes after the obedience? What if the blessing is waiting on the other side of your faith-filled yes?

Psalm 119:105 reminds us that God's Word is a lamp to our feet, not a spotlight showing the entire road. Just enough light for the next step. And that's all you need.

Obedience is not about having every answer. It’s about having the faith to follow. It’s about moving forward when it would be easier to stand still. It’s about believing that God sees what you can’t and will never lead you where He won’t also provide.

The challenge for you today is to stop waiting until it all makes sense. Stop putting off obedience because you’re nervous about what’s next. Just follow. Just trust. Just take the step. Your calling doesn’t require clarity. It requires faith.