Are You Leaving to Serve the Will of God?

There comes a time in every believer's life when the gentle whisper of the Holy Spirit becomes an undeniable call: "Go." It may not be a loud command, but it stirs deep within your spirit—a call to leave something behind in order to serve the will of God. But what does it truly mean to “leave” for God’s will?

The Call to Leave Is Biblical

From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture is filled with examples of those who were called to leave—their comfort, their homeland, their careers, their routines—to fulfill God’s purposes.

1. Abraham – Leaving the Known for the Unknown

“Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee.” (Genesis 12:1, KJV)

Abraham left everything familiar—not knowing where he was going—but trusting the One who called him. This was not just geographical; it was spiritual. It was about surrender.

2. Moses – Leaving the Palace for the Wilderness

Raised in Egypt’s palace, Moses had every worldly advantage. Yet he left it all behind to suffer with the people of God and lead them to freedom.

“By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God...” (Hebrews 11:24–25, KJV)

He left power and privilege to walk with God and lead others into His promises.

3. Jesus – Leaving the Glory of Heaven for Earth

Jesus is the ultimate example. He left divine glory and entered into human limitation for our salvation.

“...but made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant...” (Philippians 2:7, KJV)

He left not just for God’s will—He was the will of God in action.

4. The Disciples – Leaving Nets, Tax Booths, and Comfort

“And they straightway left their nets, and followed him.” (Matthew 4:20, KJV)

Fishermen. Tax collectors. Zealots. They dropped everything in obedience to Jesus’ call. Their lives became living testimonies of what it means to go wherever He leads.

What Are You Being Asked to Leave?

Today, the call to leave may not involve geography—it may be leaving behind:

  • A lifestyle of compromise

  • An ungodly relationship

  • Fear and unbelief

  • Self-centered goals

  • A secure job or comfort zone to pursue ministry or mission

Serving God’s will sometimes means letting go of your own.

Obedience Over Comfort

Obedience rarely feels convenient. But the safest place to be is always in the center of God’s will—even when it means walking into the unknown.

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Proverbs 3:5–6, KJV)

Final Reflection

Ask yourself:

  • Am I willing to leave my plans to serve His?

  • What am I clinging to that hinders full obedience?

  • Is the fear of the unknown keeping me from stepping out in faith?

A Prayer of Surrender

Abba Father, in the name of Jesus,
I surrender my will to Yours. Give me the courage to leave behind whatever You have not ordained for my life. Let my heart be yielded, my steps be ordered, and my eyes fixed on You. May I walk boldly into Your purposes, knowing that You are faithful to lead, protect, and provide.

In Jesus Almighty name, Amen. 

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