“It is easier to give God things, actions, etc. than to give God ourselves. Acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him is impossible without us letting God permeate our thoughts, actions, and wills. Instead of offering God myself, I think that I often try and substitute something that I’ve assigned great worth to, similar to the Israel’s initial offering of rams and rivers of oil.”

Sooooooo true, very insightful, Daniel. I find myself saying “God I'll do [this that or the other]” rather than saying “God I'll do what you want me to.” Then I get indignant that He wants to do His thing rather than what I suggested. …And then I don't want to do either. I am win!

“It is easier to give God things, actions, etc. than to give God ourselves. Acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with Him is impossible without us letting God permeate our thoughts, actions, and wills. Instead of offering God myself, I think that I often try and substitute something that I’ve assigned great worth to, similar to the Israel’s initial offering of rams and rivers of oil.”

Sooooooo true, very insightful, Daniel. I find myself saying “God I'll do [this that or the other]” rather than saying “God I'll do what you want me to.” Then I get indignant that He wants to do His thing rather than what I suggested. …And then I don't want to do either. I am win!