When obedience looks inefficient

Colossians 3:15

Let the peace of Christ rule in your heart.

When obedience looks inefficient. This is the kind of moment that can expose what has really been running underneath. You may not control the other person, the timing, the number, the diagnosis, or the outcome. You do control what you agree with and what you bring to Jesus Christ. You do not need omniscience to make a faithful decision. Jesus Christ can direct a surrendered person one step at a time. Do the next faithful thing, then stop trying to carry the part that belongs to God.

Which reaction feels automatic here, and what would obedience look like instead?

Jesus, I do not want an old pattern making today's decision for me. Renew my mind, steady my emotions, and lead me in truth. You are Lord here too. Amen.

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