Doing What the Lord Commands

Scripture Exodus 40: [16] Moses did everything just as the LORD commanded him.

Observation: In this chapter at the end of every paragraph it said the Moses did as the Lord commanded. I wish after every day I would be able to say that, but it wouldn’t be true. It seems what I want wins out way to often compared to what my Lord commands of me. His commands are simple and easy to follow, but you must die to yourself to carry them out. His commands tell us to serve, love and honor Him and others above ourselves and for most of us that is a little more than what we want to do.

Application: I am only here to do what the Lord commands, I have no other purpose so whenever I disregard my Lord, I’m going against His will. I need to humble myself each day and put my Lord’s will above all things. There is nothing more important than my God and I need to live a life that shows that. Every person I meet is a child of God and deserves the love and respect my Lord commands me to give to them.

Prayer: My Lord fill me with the Holy Spirit so I will follow each command. I’m a sinner and self-centered and I need your strength to carry out your commands. Help me to love others and put their needs above mine, this is something I can’t do on my own. I love you and what to honor you by being obedient, help me my Lord.