Obedience is Better than Sacrifice, part 5

Obedience is a choice; Obedience is a relationship; Obedience is a journey, and finally, Obedience is a commitment. It’s a commitment to God, to His will, and to follow His commands. It is a commitment that requires perseverance, determination, and courage. It’s a commitment that is tested and tried, refined and purified, that is strengthened and solidified through the fires of adversity. 

As we reflect on the significance of Obedience in our spiritual journey let’s make the choice to obey God, to trust in His commands and submit to His will. Let’s nurture our relationship with God through Obedience, trust, and love. Let’s embark on the journey of obedience, taking each step with faith, courage, and determination.  And, let us make the commitment to obey God and to stand firm in that commitment, even in the face of adversity.
 

I can assure us of this: in doing so, we will find holiness and righteousness, and we will find the very essence of our spiritual goal – to be closer to God. And closer to fulfilling His will for our lives.
 

As we wrap this up, let’s remember that God is not a God of empty rituals, but a God of relationship. He doesn’t desire our sacrifices as much as He desires our hearts. He wants us to obey Him, not out of obligation, but out of love and reverence for who He is.
 

God’s love for us is so immense, so profound, that He sent His One and only Son to die for us. Jesus was the ultimate sacrifice, the perfect act of obedience. And because of His obedience, we can receive the gift of eternal life. We have been given the opportunity to live in relationship with our Creator, to know Him, and to be known by Him through Jesus’ act of obedience on the cross.
 

So, let’s strive to live lives of obedience, not because we have to, but because we want to show our love to the Father. Let’s seek to honor God in all we do, to live in a way that reflects His love and righteousness. And, let’s remember that it’s not about the sacrifices we make, but about the state of our hearts, and the direction of our lives.
 

Let’s pray together: Dear Lord, we thank You for Your love, grace, and mercy.  We thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus, and for the example of obedience He set for us. Help us, Lord, by Your Holy Spirit, to live lives of obedience, to seek Your will in all we do, and to honor You with our lives. We ask this in Jesus’ Name, Amen.  END