2 Corinthians 9:8
“And GOD is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
1 Samuel 15:22
“Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the LORD? To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams.”
The Bible says that our faith is shown in our actions. But the thing is, we don’t want to act just for the sake of acting. We don’t simply “do” just to be seen for our goodness. That is not the point. When we truly understand the sweetness of what faith is, it will cause us to want to be obedient to whatever GOD asks us to do.
1 Samuel tells us that the LORD does not delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices. Back when this was written, that was what people did to be made right with the LORD. They would bring their goats and lambs and sacrifice them to the LORD to show that they were repenting of their sin and wanted to be brought back together in favor with GOD. What Samuel is trying to tell them is that GOD doesn’t want them to just offer these things because it is what they are “supposed” to do. GOD wants His people to be obedient to Him! GOD does not delight in the “good” things that we do if they are not the thing He has called us to do. He wants us to live a life of obedience, not a life of just working to fulfill some set of rules that we think makes us look better to GOD and those around us.
In CHRIST JESUS, GOD has given us the power of His HOLY SPIRIT to live a life of obedience. So many times, we miss out on that because we are so busy just trying to do the “right” thing.
Have you been trying to please GOD or yourself or man lately?
Prayer:
Gracious FATHER, I come before You seeking Your guidance and strength to walk in obedience to Your will. Help me to discern Your path and to have the courage to follow it, even when it is difficult. May my heart be open to Your leading, and my actions be a reflection of Your love and grace. I pray that You will equip me with the wisdom and resources I need to abound in every good work, to be a blessing to others, and to glorify and honor You in every way. In JESUS’ Wonderful Name, Amen.