Whenever the Word of God asks us or exhorts us to do something, we need to just obey it. Delayed obedience is disobedience. The Word of God says, that obedience is better than sacrifice. Sometimes we may desire to do great things for God, such as fulfilling vows and sacrifices. But God is not pleased with sacrifices, but obedience.
1 Samuel 15:22 (New International Version)
But Samuel replied:
"Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices
as much as in obeying the voice of the LORD ?
To obey is better than sacrifice,
and to heed is better than the fat of rams.
We may argue with God or even make justifications for not following His Word. All this is a mere waste of time and show an attitude of not surrendering to His way. It is better that we come to the issue straight and admit to Him that there is disobedience lurking in our hearts. And if we desire to please the Lord, we rather not take the Word of God lightly. But heed quickly and ask God the grace to do His will...
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