Walking in God’s will is one of the greatest things we can do as His children. It’s not just about knowing what He wants for us, but actually choosing to live it out. Obedience is how we show our love and trust for our Father—the One who always wants what’s best for us.

God’s Will is not only about our personal walk with Him but also about fulfilling His Kingdom Mandate which may not always be easy. In Matthew 10:7–8, Jesus commands His disciples: “As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’ Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.”  This is a call to action—a reminder that obedience leads us beyond ourselves into a life of service, sacrifice, and impact for His kingdom.

This 5-day devotional will encourage you to seek God’s guidance, surrender your own plans, and live out His mission—following Christ’s example of obedience, even when it’s tough. God’s will sends us out into the world to proclaim His kingdom, to serve, to heal, and to bring hope. It’s not always easy; sometimes it feels heavy or uncomfortable. That’s when we echo Jesus’ prayer: “Not my will, but Yours be done.” When we do that, we’re showing complete trust in God. Our obedience isn’t about our strength—it’s about His glory and His perfect plan working through us.

Scripture Reference - Romans 12:2 - And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

In Life there are so many thoughts we have and decisions we have to make – should I take this job? Should I go to this school? Should I date this person or that person? So many questions and we get anxious and wonder what is God’s Will? Sometimes we just want God to tell us very audibly what His Will is or we want Him to spell it out in plain terms or we want Him to show us specific signs. As we all know, it does not always work like that.

Primarily, God’s Will is revealed to us through His Word and His Spirit. We have to spend time in God’s Word and learn more about Him. This will reveal to us God’s heart. Scripture is the primary way God speaks to His children, guiding us into truth and shaping our desires to align with His. As we read the Bible, we find clear instructions for basic living—love others, forgive, serve, give, and walk in holiness. 

The more we meditate on His Word, the more our minds are renewed. Romans 12:2 says “Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will”. When our minds are renewed, we are able to better discern the difference between our own desires, what the world has dictated to us, and God’s perfect plan.

God’s Word also reveals His character, which helps us recognize His will. God’s character is faithful, loving, just, and merciful. One of the ways to know God’s Will is to measure up our choices or decisions against His character.

Regular study of Scripture, coupled with prayer, invites the Holy Spirit to illuminate God’s Will in specific situations. In short, the more time we spend in His Word, the clearer His voice becomes, and the more confidently we can walk in obedience to His Will.

Prayer – 

Lord, renew my mind daily. Help me not to conform to the world but to seek Your perfect Will in every decision I make. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Scripture Reference - Jeremiah 29:11 – For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Sometimes when we discover God’s Will, it might still be unclear the road ahead. Or when we feel like we are operating in His Will, we might still experience setbacks. We can rest in the truth that God’s plans are always for our ultimate good. As Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” These words reassure us that God’s vision for our lives extends beyond our current circumstances and immediate understanding. Trusting God means believing that His timing is perfect, even when it feels slow; that His methods are wise, even when they differ from our expectations; and that His purposes are greater than anything we could imagine.

Sometimes, trusting God requires patience when answers are delayed, courage when we face uncertainty, and surrender when life doesn’t go according to our plan. It means holding on to the hope that God is actively working behind the scenes, weaving together experiences, lessons, and even challenges to accomplish His good purposes. Romans 8:28 reinforces this promise: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Even struggles and setbacks can become instruments of growth, refinement, and blessings we could never foresee.

Ultimately, trusting God’s plan is a daily choice to let go of our need for control and place our confidence fully in His wisdom and love. It is choosing faith over fear, surrender over striving, and peace over worry. When we anchor our hearts in God’s promises, we are empowered to move forward boldly, knowing that every step is guided by a loving Father whose plans are perfect, His timing is impeccable, and His purposes for our lives are unshakable. Proverbs 3:5–6 says - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Prayer – 

Father, even when I don’t see the full picture, help me trust that Your plans for me are good. Strengthen my heart to rest in Your timing, even when life feels uncertain or the path ahead seems unclear. Give me the courage to surrender my own plans and desires, and the patience to wait on Your perfect guidance. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Scripture Reference - Matthew 26:39 - He went a little farther and fell on His face, and prayed, saying, “O My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will.”

We feel the most fulfilled when we know we are doing God’s Will. But sometimes it’s not the easiest thing to do. A lot of times, what He tells us to do might be uncomfortable; it might be difficult; it might be challenging; it might be contradictory to what we personally want to do. 

There are different examples in the Bible of people who struggled with doing God’s Will. I would like to use Jesus as an example of this. In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed - “My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will” (Matthew 26:39). When you read further in Matthew 26, you will notice that He prayed this prayer three times! This was right before He was about to be arrested and then eventually crucified. He knew what was ahead and it was going to be heavy and difficult. But He surrendered to the will of His Father because He knew it would be worth it and there was a purpose behind it. God’s Will may really stretch us, but He gives us the strength to be obedient.

Another example is Moses. Moses was asked to confront Pharaoh so that the Israelites could be set free; But he felt inadequate Exodus 3:11 – But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?”

In verse 12, we can see God’s response “And God said, “I will be with you.”

It was probably challenging, terrifying, and out of His comfort zone, but he was obedient to God’s Will and if you read the book of Moses further, you will see that it all ended in victory and Moses’ obedience was worth it!

His Will and His ways always lead to life and growth and carry blessings that last forever. You can expect there to be challenges when doing God’s Will but please trust that God’s Will always leads to His greater glory and it’s for our good.

Prayer –

Father, thank You for reminding me that Your will, though not always easy, is always best. Give me the strength to surrender my own desires and the courage to follow You faithfully. Like Jesus, help me to say, ‘Not my will, but Yours be done.’ In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Scripture Reference – Proverbs 3:5–6 - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

To surrender means to yield; to give up into the power of another. When we want to be obedient to God’s Will, it means we have to lay down our own desires, wants, plans and completely take on God’s own. When we surrender to God and His Will, it shows that we trust Him. The Bible says in Proverbs 3:5–6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” When we submit to God, we acknowledge that His wisdom is greater than ours and that His ways are higher than our ways. The Bible also acknowledges this in Isaiah 55:8–9 - “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”

In the Bible, there are several examples of people who surrendered to God’s Will. One example is Abraham. In Genesis 22, God told Abraham to take his only son, Isaac, up to a mountain and offer Isaac as a burnt offering. Can you imagine what must have gone through Abraham’s mind? He probably thought, Did I hear that right? This is my only son! Yet, the Bible tells us he obeyed completely. He took Isaac to the mountain, ready to do exactly what God had said. Thankfully, God provided, and Abraham didn’t have to go through with sacrificing his son.

This example shows Abraham’s trust in God’s will even when it made no sense. Due to Abraham’s surrender and obedience, the Lord blessed him. Genesis 22:16- 18 -  16 and said, “I swear by myself, declares the Lord, that because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, 17 I will surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore. Your descendants will take possession of the cities of their enemies, 18 and through your offspring[b] all nations on earth will be blessed,[c] because you have obeyed me.”

Abraham would have missed his blessing if he did not surrender to God’s will. We may not always understand God’s ways, but we are invited to lean on Him. When we release control, He straightens our paths and gives us the strength to live out His Will.

Prayer – Lord, teach me to surrender like Abraham did. When Your Will feels difficult, help me to trust Your wisdom over my own comfort. Give me strength to obey, and faith to believe that Your plans always lead to something greater. Amen.

Scripture Reference - Matthew 10:7 to 8 says - 7 And as you go, preach, saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven [c]is at hand.’ 8 Heal the sick, [d]cleanse the lepers, [e]raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.”

God’s Will isn’t just about us walking with Him personally—it’s also about stepping out and living His mission in the world. Jesus makes this super clear in Matthew 10:7 to 8, which says - 7 And as you go, preach, saying, ‘The kingdom of heaven [c]is at hand.’ 8 Heal the sick, [d]cleanse the lepers, [e]raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give. This is more than an instruction; it is a mandate—a call to share the good news, to care for people, and to pour out what God has already poured into us.

This isn’t always easy or comfortable. The disciples were just regular people, but Jesus sent them out with authority to do incredible things. The same Spirit that worked in them is at work in us today. Living in obedience might look like encouraging someone who’s hurting, praying for healing, giving generously, or simply sharing the hope of Jesus. As Paul puts it in 2 Corinthians 5:20, we’re Christ’s ambassadors—God is reaching people through us!

We can do it! But here’s the key: obedience requires surrender. Jesus showed us that in the Garden of Gethsemane when He prayed, “Not my will, but Yours be done” (Matthew 26:39) as we read in Day three of this devotional. His surrender opened the way for salvation, and our surrender opens the way for God to use us in ways we can’t even imagine. When we say yes to His will, we get to be part of His kingdom work on earth.

Prayer - 

Lord, thank You for entrusting me with Your kingdom mandate. Help me to proclaim Your truth boldly, to serve others with compassion, and to give freely as I have received. Like Jesus in Gethsemane, I choose to surrender and say, ‘Not my will, but Yours be done.’ Empower me by Your Spirit to live in full obedience, so that through my life, others may encounter Your love and kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.