[Devotional] IN HIS PRESENCE: Run with the Word

Read: Psalm 119:89–106

Meditation verse:

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105 (NKJV).

When God gives you a word of promise, He expects you to do something with it. His word is not just for comfort—it is a guide, a lamp for your feet. And your feet are meant for movement.

In a dark room, holding a lamp doesn’t serve you much if you remain still. You must place it before you and move forward. That’s how you avoid stumbling, falling, or getting lost. Likewise, when you walk in the light of God’s word, you are kept from confusion, error, or wasted effort.

It took me several years to fully grasp this principle. At the end of each year, I would retreat into fasting and prayer, asking God for a theme or a word to guide the coming year. And He was always faithful to respond.

One evening, while reviewing these past themes, I was struck by a sobering realization: I hadn’t truly acted on many of them. I had expected results without corresponding action – like waiting for a harvest without sowing or tending the seed.

For instance, one year’s theme was “Purposeful Advancement Towards a Life of Significance.” But had I created a plan to intentionally grow in key areas of my life? Had I sought out opportunities to use my gifts and show up where it mattered?

Purposeful implies intentionality, strategy, and effort—and significance requires visibility and value. In another year, the theme was “Grow unto Perfection.” But did I dedicate more time to studying God’s Word? Did I reflect on what childish patterns I needed to lay aside?

Every specific word from God is an invitation into a specific journey of transformation. But unless you act on that word, nothing changes. God has already released His zeal to accomplish what He has spoken. The question is: will you run with it?

Don’t just receive the word—respond to it. Let it shape your decisions, your daily habits, and your direction. His Word will light the way, but only as you take the steps.

IN HIS PRESENCE is written by Pst (Mrs) Oke Chinye

Founder: The Rock Teaching Ministry (TRTM)

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