God speaks today Monday | December 2, 2024
And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. (1 Samuel 15:22)
And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. (Luke 9:23)
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For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings. (Hosea 6:6)
For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give it: thou delightest not in burnt offering. (Psalm 51:16)
But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. (Matthew 9:13)
To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice. (Proverbs 21:3)
Comments:
Enrique Meneses Muñoz 
: I hope that my LORD welcomes my obedience and worship every day.
I love you GOD.
: I hope that my LORD welcomes my obedience and worship every day.
I love you GOD.In your comment, Enrique, you reflect a beautiful attitude of obedience and love toward God, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. As highlighted in the book of Luke 9:23, Jesus teaches us that following him implies denying ourselves and carrying our cross every day. Continue to worship God with sincerity and commitment, because as Samuel mentions in 1 Samuel 15:22, obedience is better than any sacrifice. May God bless you on your walk of faith!
Oriela 
: How important obedience to God is, and being attentive to His word to be not only hearers, but doers, and how difficult it is for us to make sacrifices, but God gives us the strength to achieve it, as long as we are attentive and trusting in Him.
: How important obedience to God is, and being attentive to His word to be not only hearers, but doers, and how difficult it is for us to make sacrifices, but God gives us the strength to achieve it, as long as we are attentive and trusting in Him.Oriela, your comment highlights the importance of obedience to God and being attentive to His Word, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. It is true that sometimes sacrifice can be difficult, but as you mention, God gives us the necessary strength to achieve it when we trust in Him. Let us remember that as it says in 1 Samuel 15:22, obedience is more valuable than any sacrifice. Continue firm in your faith and in your service to God, knowing that He rewards the fidelity of His children. May God strengthen you in your spiritual journey!
Sabino Marroquin Lopez
: I was a lost sheep, I am sorry, I ask God for forgiveness, I obey his commandments, because the Lord is my shepherd, amen.
: I was a lost sheep, I am sorry, I ask God for forgiveness, I obey his commandments, because the Lord is my shepherd, amen.Sabino, your testimony is moving and powerful. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, repentance and obedience to God's commandments are fundamental in our spiritual life. Your attitude of recognizing your condition and seeking divine forgiveness shows a humble heart willing to follow God. Just as Psalm 23 mentions, stating that the Lord is our shepherd, we trust in His guidance and care in our lives. May you continue to grow in your faith and experience God's grace and love on your path of redemption. God bless you and strengthen you in this new stage of your spiritual life!
Francisco Diaz S.: Serving others with satisfaction and delight without expecting anything in return is a quality of good Christians; bringing the word of God to those who need it is our obligation. Let us behave like authentic Christians and we will be blessed.
: Serving others with satisfaction and delight without expecting anything in return is a quality of good Christians; bringing the word of God to those who need it is our obligation. Let us behave like authentic Christians and we will be blessed.Francisco, your comment reflects a beautiful attitude of selfless service, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. Serving one's neighbor with joy and without seeking reward is a manifestation of genuine Christian love. As Faustino points out, personal sacrifice for the Kingdom, done with humility and obedience, is recognized by God. As the author mentions, Nehemiah 11 speaks of people who sacrificed themselves for the good of others, and God rewards the faithfulness of those who respond to His call to serve. May you continue to be a light in the midst of darkness, bringing the Word of God to those who need it. God bless you in your beautiful work of love and service!
Samuel Saccsara Yupanqui
: God bless those who sacrifice themselves in writing the devotionals. It is a great blessing for me, since you wrote to me.
: God bless those who sacrifice themselves in writing the devotionals. It is a great blessing for me, since you wrote to me.Samuel, your recognition of those who make sacrifices in writing devotionals is very valuable. Just as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his text, personal sacrifice for the Kingdom, even through writing spiritual reflections, is a way to serve God and bring His message of hope to others. May your experience reading devotionals be a great blessing and may you continue to grow in your faith through these inspiring readings. May God continue to guide your path and may you continue to be strengthened by His Word. God richly bless you on your spiritual journey!
Ruth Vives.
: God protects and blesses the Christian who is willing to make efforts and sacrifice to cooperate and carry the message of the good news of the Kingdom of God and its biblical commandments. In addition, the action of performing good works. God bless you. Amen.
: God protects and blesses the Christian who is willing to make efforts and sacrifice to cooperate and carry the message of the good news of the Kingdom of God and its biblical commandments. In addition, the action of performing good works. God bless you. Amen.
Ruth, your comment highlights the importance of making efforts and sacrifices to cooperate in spreading the message of the Kingdom of God, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional. The commitment to bring the good news and live according to the biblical commandments is a sign of love and fidelity to God. As the author mentions, personal sacrifice in favor of the Kingdom does not go unnoticed by God, who blesses and protects those who obey His call with humility and dedication. May you continue to be a shining light, sharing the good works and love of Christ with those around you. May God continue to strengthen and guide you in your service for His Kingdom!