says he doesn’t make mistakes—or suggestions. He gives commands. But let’s be honest. When things go south, our theology often goes out the window. When the path of obedience doesn’t make sense, appears too costly, or doesn’t seem to be working, we’re quick to blaze our own trail. It’s easy to obey God when we agree with him. But that’s not really obedience. We haven’t learned obedience until we do what he says despite our doubts, confusion, or concern that his way won’t work out. That’s the kind