NO MORE DELAYS: STEP INTO YOUR CALLING (4)
Times Of Refreshing Daily Devotional
Date: Saturday, 8 February 2025
Focus: Walking in Obedience
Message: Many people delay walking in their purpose due to fear, uncertainty, or feelings of inadequacy. But God’s calling on your life is not for the future—it is for now. It’s time to step forward in faith and obedience, knowing that He has already prepared the way.
Key Verse: Psalm 37:23 – “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him.”
Obedience is the key to unlocking the next level of your calling. Many people ask God for clarity, but clarity often comes after obedience, not before. Abraham was called to leave his home and go to a land that God would show him. He had no roadmap—only a command to obey (Genesis 12:1).
God does not reveal the entire journey at once. He often asks us to obey in small steps before revealing the bigger picture. If you are struggling to see what’s next, ask yourself: Am I obeying what God has already told me?
Delayed obedience is still disobedience. Many people stay in one place spiritually because they refuse to move when God speaks. They hesitate, questioning if they truly heard from God, or they fear stepping out into the unknown. However, obedience is an act of faith. It says, “Lord, I trust You, even when I don’t see the whole plan.”
When Jesus told Peter to cast his net into the water after a long, frustrating night of catching nothing, Peter obeyed—even though it didn’t make sense. Because of his obedience, he experienced a miracle of abundance (Luke 5:5-6).
Scripture Reading:
Deuteronomy 28:1 – “If you fully obey the Lord your God and carefully follow all His commands… the Lord your God will set you high above all the nations on earth.”
Refreshing for the Day:
So, beloved, what is God asking you to do today? Maybe it’s a small step—changing a habit, forgiving someone, starting a new assignment, or letting go of fear. Do not delay. Your obedience today will unlock God’s provision, direction, and next steps.
Take a moment to evaluate your level of obedience. Is there something God has been prompting you to do that you have been delaying? Decide today to take the next step in faith. Surrender your hesitation and step forward boldly. Stay Refreshed!
Note This:
Obedience may not always be easy, but it positions you for favor, breakthrough, and deeper intimacy with God.
Responsibility:
What is one instruction from God that you have delayed acting upon? What step will you take today to walk in obedience?
Prayer:
O Lord, help me to obey You immediately and completely. Give me the courage to walk by faith, even when I don’t have all the details. I trust that Your ways are higher than mine, and I will follow You wherever You lead. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Prophetic Declaration:
I declare that I will walk in complete obedience to God’s direction. I will not delay, hesitate, or fear—I step forward in faith, knowing that my obedience will unlock divine provision and purpose! Amen!
Bible Texts:
Psalm 37:23, Joshua 1:9, Isaiah 41:10, Deut 28:1
As always, thank you for reading and until next time. May today’s Times of Refreshing refresh, encourage and empower you! For previous devotionals, please visit: www.thefountspring.org
