Read 1 Samuel 15:22
King Saul thought he could please God through sacrifice, even while disobeying His clear command. He spared what God told him to destroy and excused it by claiming it was for worship. But God is not moved by empty offeringsâHe delights in obedience from the heart.
This truth still speaks powerfully today. Many are drawn to the outward beauty of religionâits ceremonies, music, and devotionâbut God values something far simpler and deeper: a heart that listens and obeys. Genuine love for God is proven not by what we give, but by how we obey.
True worship begins when we surrender our will to His. Every act of obedience, however small, is worth more to God than any display of sacrifice done our way. When we listen closely to His Word and follow it, we honor Him more than with a thousand rituals.
It is possible to be busy serving, yet still miss the heart of obedience. Saulâs error warns us that partial obedience is still disobedience. God desires our full trust, not just our outward devotion.
Reflection for Today
Am I offering God sacrifices while ignoring His commands? Do I value His voice above my own preferences?
Prayer
Lord, teach me to obey You fully and joyfully. Help me not to replace obedience with empty actions or self-made worship. Give me a heart that listens, trusts, and follows Your Word in all things. In Jesusâ name, Amen.
Bp. Paul Solomon Maglaya
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