How often do we sit and make promises to God?

We say things like;

• We would change our ways.
• We would not fall into that sin again. 
• We would work harder and better. 

And so on. 

How about this year we change that by being obedient right now!

Wherever you are, live in the act of obedience to God in everything and watch Him move and change you, and fulfill all His Promises in Your life.

We often try and complicate our relationship with God by thinking that the more we commit to Him in our sacrifices, the more He is going to be pleased with us. But this is so much further from the truth. 

The scriptures are clear that God desires obedience more than sacrifice.

1 Samuel 15:22 (NIV)

22. But Samuel replied:

“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.”

Sacrifice is a ritual transaction between a person and God. But if the person’s heart is not truly repentant or if they have no love for God, the sacrifice given will be in vain.

Religious ceremonies or rituals are fruitless unless they are performed with an attitude of love and obedience. “Being religious” (going to church, serving, and giving to charity) is not enough. We are required to act out of devotion and obedience to God.

God also takes more delight in who we are becoming than what we are doing.  

So here is a simple guideline that you give God his rightful place in your heart, and then whatever you do will be a beautiful result of your love for Him. 

Hosea 6:6 (NLT)

6. I want you to show love, not offer sacrifices.

I want you to know me more than I want burnt offerings.