09/28/2026
The Monday DEVOTION
By: Dr. Elvis UKPAKA
Date: 28th September 2026
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Friends, greetings in Jesus Name. Today I will be sharing with you what I title, "The Will To Do The Will Of God.” There is a popular saying, “Where there is a will, there is a way.” This simply means that when someone is truly determined to do something, they will seek a way to accomplish it, even when confronted with difficulties and obstacles. In our Christian journey, the human “will” can come under enormous pressure from satanic attacks, temptations, circumstances, and the desires of the flesh, all seeking to influence us to make choices contrary to the “will” of God.
You see, the choice to do good or evil, follow right or wrong, and obey or disobey God is constantly before us. We cannot simply wish such choices away; they are an inevitable part of life. What is of utmost importance is the choice we make when we come to such crossroads – whether we will follow our own way or submit ourselves to the will of God. Speaking to the children of Israel, the Lord said: “I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live” (Deuteronomy 30:19). Hallelujah!
From the above Scripture, we see the mercy and goodness of God. Not only did He set a choice before His people, He also showed them the better choice: “Therefore choose life.” Why? Because He cares for us. God does not delight in our destruction. He gives us His Word, reveals His ways, and calls us to make choices that lead to life. Ultimately, each of us is accountable before God for the choices we make. The Bible says, “So then each of us shall give account of himself to God” (Romans 14:12). There will be no shifting of blame or passing responsibility to someone else.
This is why it is imperative that we walk circumspectly – carefully, wisely, and thoughtfully – considering our ways and weighing our decisions in the light of God’s Word. Ephesians 5:15 says, “See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise.” Jesus declares in John 6:38: “For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me.” He further states in Matthew 7:21: “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.”
The question then is: What is the will of the Father for us? God’s will is that we live in obedience to Him, doing what is pleasing in His sight and walking according to His Word and purpose. His will is ultimately for His glory and for our good. God does not take pleasure in our destruction. Rather, He calls us to obedience, life, and fellowship with Him. Thus, the Lord declares in Isaiah 1:19–20: “If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land; But if you refuse and rebel, you shall be devoured by the sword; For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.” Notice the words: “If you are willing and obedient.”
There is a connection between willingness and obedience. Obedience begins with a heart that is willing to surrender to God. Your will matters because God calls you to choose His way. Perhaps nowhere do we see this more powerfully demonstrated than in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus prayed: “Father, if it is Your will, take this cup away from Me; nevertheless not My will, but Yours, be done” (Luke 22:42). When Jesus referred to “My will,” what did He mean? Jesus was without sin; therefore, His desire was not sinful or rebellious. Yet, in His true humanity, He experienced the natural human aversion to suffering and death.
Jesus knew exactly what lay ahead of Him – the betrayal, humiliation, scourging, crucifixion, and the terrible weight of the suffering He was about to endure. His anguish was so intense that Scripture tells us, “His sweat became like great drops of blood falling down to the ground” (Luke 22:44). Yet, in the midst of that overwhelming agony, Jesus demonstrated the ultimate posture of surrender: “Nevertheless not My will, but Yours, be done.” What a lesson! Jesus did not allow the intensity of His suffering to move Him away from the purpose of the Father. He submitted His human desire to the Father’s will and continued on the path of obedience.
There will also be moments in our lives when circumstances place tremendous pressure upon us. You may find yourself unable to control the barrage of thoughts coming against your mind. Fear may grip you. Confusion may surround you. You may even wonder whether God has forsaken you. At such moments, you may feel pressured to make a quick decision simply to escape the situation. Hear me well: a decision may appear reasonable and still not be God’s will for you at that particular moment. What should you do? Submit your will to the will of God.
Instead of allowing fear, pressure, desperation, or circumstances to make the decision for you, seek God. Pray. Search His Word. Wait for His direction, and allow Him to give you the wisdom to navigate the storm. Sometimes the greatest victory is not immediately escaping the storm; it is remaining obedient to God while passing through it. Friend, I do not know the situation you are facing right now, but I do know this: God is able to bring you through. The Bible says: “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world – our faith” (1 John 5:4).
Therefore, put your faith on the line today. Yield your will to God’s will. Refuse to allow fear, pressure, temptation, or circumstances to push you outside the purpose of God for your life. Let the prayer of Jesus become your prayer: “Nevertheless not my will, but Yours, be done.” May God grant you the grace, wisdom, courage, and strength to choose His will even when that choice is difficult. And as you trust Him, may He guide you through every storm into the victory He has prepared for you, in Jesus’ mighty name. Hallelujah! Have a Blessed and Fantastic Week. With love, Elvis!
God’s abundant blessings as you share with others.