"Yes, Lord"

This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind, Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart. (Ephesians 4:17-18)

Paul cautioned the church in Ephesus not to return to the empty thought patterns and blind living of the Gentiles. The difference between living in Kingdom revelation or stumbling in darkness often comes down to one posture: a yielded heart.

Paul described the Gentile mindset as "vain." In Greek, that means empty or futile. Many so-called "smart people" in the world are living with "vain minds." The vanity of the mind can make brilliant people blind to God's reality. When intellect attempts to replace obedience, darkness will always emerge.

A hard heart resists God's pull. When your heart is hardened, you ignore what He says about money, relationships, holiness, or your health.

Instead, a heart that listens opens the way for revelation. You don't have to understand everything to obey Him right away. The Spirit is an excellent teacher, but He can only truly teach yielded students. Your "Yes, Lord" affirms your willingness, allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate your understanding and reveal things with clarity you could never see otherwise.

Practical Application

Commit to saying "yes' before fully understanding. Trust the Holy Spirit in your habits and choices. Ask Him for guidance and follow His lead.

Romans 1:21; Acts 2:40