“What Is Obedience?” by Dianne H. Timmering

 “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.”
Proverbs 3:1-2

Obedience is an interesting word. As is the word discernment. What do they mean? How are they intertwined? Perhaps obedience means praying and listening for God’s direction, for that guidance when you just don’t know the answer. Perhaps it is a call to wait, to hear Him, to “intuit” or “discern” that which you feel is the right direction to go. Obedience perhaps is beautiful to God simply because it means dialoguing with Him, asking Him, being with Him, seeking Him, relying upon Him, following Him. Perhaps obedience means getting tangled up in His heart where there is no fear. Perhaps obedience offers fierce protection and joy, purpose to your path, and peace to your soul. Perhaps obedience is knowing Him.

Love to all. Dianne

Dianne Timmering, Vice President of Spirituality
Signature Consulting Services, LLC

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