Day 101

Day 101 Through The Bible

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April 11, 2025•4 min read

Day 101: The Simplicity of Blessing and Cursing - Obedience or Disobedience

In our fast-paced world, it's easy to become overwhelmed by complex decisions and the weight of life's challenges. But when we look to Scripture, we find that some of the most profound truths are remarkably simple. The concept of blessing and cursing is one such truth that can be boiled down to one fundamental principle: obedience or disobedience.

Biblical Principle: Blessing and Cursing

The Bible offers an apparent dichotomy in Deuteronomy 11:26-28, where God presents His people with two paths: one leading to blessing, the other to cursing.

"Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse; A blessing, if ye obey the commandments of the LORD your God, which I command you this day: And a curse if ye will not obey the commandments of the LORD your God, but turn aside out of the way which I command you this day, to go after other gods, which ye have not known." (Deuteronomy 11:26-28)

This passage is incredibly straightforward: blessings come with obedience to God's commands, while curses follow disobedience and the pursuit of false gods. The choice is clear, but the consequences are profound. In every area of our lives, we face choices that lead us toward either blessing or cursing. The simplicity lies in the fact that it all comes down to one thing—obedience.

Practical Application: What Are You Yielding To?

While understanding this principle is essential, applying it to our daily lives is the next step. In Romans 6:16-18, we are reminded that we are all servants to whatever we yield ourselves to. Whether we choose to yield to sin or to righteousness, we become slaves to whatever we obey.

"Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Being made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness." (Romans 6:16-18)

This is where our Christian walk becomes incredibly important. What we yield to becomes our master. If we yield to sin, we are enslaved by it, and it leads us down a path of destruction. On the other hand, if we yield to obedience, we are free from sin's power and are made servants of righteousness.

So, we must ask ourselves daily: What are we yielding to? Are we yielding to the temptations and distractions of the world, or are we yielding to the Word of God and living in obedience to His commands?

One practical example of yielding to obedience could be in our relationships. Are we yielding to the temptation to respond in anger or frustration when things don’t go our way, or are we yielding to God’s command to love others, forgive, and live in peace? Every choice we make reflects whom or what we are choosing to obey.

The Deliberate Purpose of the Christian Walk

The Christian walk requires intention. It requires a deliberate purpose in every area of our lives. We don’t drift toward righteousness; we must choose it. Every moment, we have the opportunity to obey God’s commands or to follow our desires. And in those moments, we either walk in blessing or cursing.

Our Christian journey is vital because we can’t simply rely on wishful thinking. We must be purposeful in our actions, in our thoughts, and in the things we yield to. As we obey God’s Word, we find freedom, peace, and blessings from walking in His will.

In the end, the choice is simple. We either choose blessing through obedience, or we choose cursing through disobedience. The beauty of this principle is that the path to blessing is always available to us, no matter where we find ourselves. It starts with a decision to yield to God’s commands, and the rewards are eternal.

So, today, ask yourself: What are you yielding to? Are you walking in obedience to God's Word, or are you allowing the distractions and temptations of life to lead you astray? The choice is yours, and it will shape your path, your life, and your future.

Prayer:
Lord, help us always to choose obedience to Your Word. May we yield to righteousness and walk in the blessing of following You. Strengthen our hearts and minds to resist the world's temptations and live in a way that honors You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

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Evangelist Dan Woltmann grew up in the home of full time Christian school teachers. Saved at the tender age of 5, Dan surrendered to preach at the age of 14; he preached his first sermon at 16 to his youth group. He was privileged to meet and to learn from many pillars of fundamentalism and outstanding preachers. From these men he developed a strong conviction on the truth of God’s Word. Dan’s ministry experience is vast and varied. From starting four Christian service Bible clubs in college, to revitalizing churches and church ministries now for nearly 35 years. Direct one on one to ministry leaders as well as demostrating Biblical Worldview in the corporate world.

Dan Woltmann

Evangelist Dan Woltmann grew up in the home of full time Christian school teachers. Saved at the tender age of 5, Dan surrendered to preach at the age of 14; he preached his first sermon at 16 to his youth group. He was privileged to meet and to learn from many pillars of fundamentalism and outstanding preachers. From these men he developed a strong conviction on the truth of God’s Word. Dan’s ministry experience is vast and varied. From starting four Christian service Bible clubs in college, to revitalizing churches and church ministries now for nearly 35 years. Direct one on one to ministry leaders as well as demostrating Biblical Worldview in the corporate world.

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