There’s a hymn that often echoes in my mind: “Trust and obey, for there is no other way to be happy in Jesus than to trust and obey.” It’s simple. It’s profound. And as a mom, wife, and woman trying to balance all the demands of life, I’ve come to realize that trusting and obeying God is the secret to true happiness and peace.
I’m from the Dominican Republic, a place I hold close to my heart. I’ve had the privilege of serving there in different ways—though never as an official missionary. My husband, who’s from Texas, has never set out to be a missionary either. Yet, God’s call on our lives recently became clear—so clear that we couldn’t ignore it.
We love our life in Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s the place our children are growing up, the community we cherish. But when God begins to stir something in your heart—when He begins to whisper that there’s more, that He’s calling you to step out in faith—the comfort of what we know can feel so small compared to His plans.
My husband felt a conviction that we couldn’t ignore. We began to pray, to seek His face, and to prepare our hearts for what’s ahead. The journey has not been easy—selling a house, figuring out the logistics, making provisions, and trusting God for the impossible. And as I sing lullabies to my girls during nap time, I find myself humming that familiar song: Trust and Obey. I was singing it over and over, remembering that obedience isn’t always easy, but it’s always worth it.
One moment that touched my heart deeply was when I called my daughter to come get her hair done. She responded quickly and cheerfully, saying, “Trust and Obey, Mami! There is NO other way.” Her words surprised me because she spoke with such innocence and confidence. And I realized—obedience to God is really that simple. It’s trusting Him fully, even when we don’t understand everything.
Jesus Himself made the connection between obedience and joy. In John 15:10-11, He says:
“If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.”
Obedience isn’t a burden—it’s an invitation into His love and joy. It’s the way we stay connected to Him, the way we experience the fullness of life He longs to give us.
As moms and wives, we often carry so much weight. We juggle schedules, manage conflicts, care for little hearts, and try to keep everything running smoothly. But I’ve learned that many of our struggles with peace and confusion come from trying to handle everything in our own strength—instead of trusting God’s way.
When I’m feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, I ask myself:
What was the last thing God instructed me to do?
When I last asked for clarity, what was His answer?
Have I obeyed?
Sometimes, the peace we long for is just a step of obedience—doing that one thing God has asked us to do, whether it’s forgiving someone, praying for guidance, or simply surrendering our need to control the outcome.
Obedience is a powerful act of love—a way to show God that we trust His plans more than our own. It’s a form of worship, a declaration that we believe He is good and faithful.
So today, I want to invite you, mama and wife, to reflect on this:
What is God asking of you right now?
Is there a step of obedience you’ve been hesitant to take? Maybe it’s forgiving, speaking truth in love, setting boundaries, or simply resting in His presence.
Let’s choose to obey—not because we have to, but because we love Him. Obedience is our response to His unfailing love. It’s the evidence that we trust the One who calls us His friends.
Today, I encourage you to see obedience not as a burden but as a gift—a way to draw closer to Jesus and experience His joy.
Trust Him. Obey Him. And watch how He transforms your heart and your home.
Because in Him, in trusting and obeying, we find true happiness—the kind that sustains us through every season of motherhood and marriage.
My Happy Ordinary Life 
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