The Five Barriers to Enjoying God’s Best

The Barrier of Disobedience (Part Two)

Disobedience is like a locked door between you and God’s blessings. The promises of God are already prepared and waiting, but when we choose our own way over His, we block the flow of His best into our lives. God’s blessings are not rewards for good behavior — they are the results of walking in alignment with His will. When we resist His instructions, we resist His provision.

Isaiah 1:19 – “If you are willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land.”

God longs for His children to experience His goodness, but disobedience stands as a barrier. Picture a gardener planting seeds in rich soil. The sun is shining, the rain is falling, and everything needed for growth is present. Yet the gardener refuses to water or tend the plants. The potential is there, but neglect prevents the harvest.

That’s how disobedience works in our spiritual lives. God gives us His Word — full of direction, promise, and purpose — but if we ignore or delay His commands, we stunt the growth of His blessings. The soil is good. The seed is good. But our obedience determines the harvest.

Three Truths About Disobedience

1. Disobedience Brings Delay

Israel’s 11-day journey to the Promised Land turned into 40 years of wandering. God’s timing is perfect, but disobedience prolongs the process. Obedience opens doors; hesitation keeps them shut.

2. Disobedience Produces Consequences

David’s sin with Bathsheba brought lasting pain and family turmoil. God’s discipline isn’t punishment — it’s loving correction meant to bring us back into alignment. The wise learn quickly to yield their desires to God’s direction.

3. Disobedience Dulls Spiritual Sensitivity

Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” Repeated disobedience hardens our hearts and makes it harder to hear God clearly. Every “no” to His voice quiets the Spirit’s whisper a little more.

Keys to Overcoming Disobedience

• Recognize the Cost of Delay – Every time we postpone obedience, we postpone breakthrough.

• Submit Your Will to God’s Will – Like Jesus in Gethsemane, pray, “Not my will, but Yours be done” (Luke 22:42).

• Start Small, Obey Immediately – Great obedience begins with small, faithful steps.

• Meditate on God’s Promises – Let love and trust in His goodness fuel your obedience, not guilt or fear.

In Conclusion

The path to God’s best is paved with obedience — prompt, complete, and joyful obedience. The land is ready, the blessings are prepared, but the key that unlocks the door is obedience.

Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commands” (John 14:15).

So, choose today to walk in obedience, and watch how quickly the windows of heaven open over your life.