Obedience is possible, but unlikely. The “fellowship of the Spirit” (Philippians 2:1 KJV) produces more than compliance, but communion. True religion is not simply a list of commands demanding unequivocal obedience. “For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost” (Romans 14:17). Make no mistake, obedience is necessary, but intimate knowledge of Yahweh is the objective. His indwelling Spirit becomes the magnum opus for His creation and redemption of humanity that we may abide with Him forever. “And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18). The primary attribute of the fullness of His Spirit is loving obedience. “And we are His witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey Him” (Acts 5:32). Obedience is both a manifestation of and requirement for the Spirit’s presence. Thus, a disciple must seek the influence of the Holy Spirit to ensure a godly walk, as well as, produce the greatest demonstration of the character of God — on earth, as it is in Heaven. LORD, make it so. Return quickly, in Jesus’ powerful name, we pray. Amen. 

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