Help Me Live It by Keith Green

Oh Lord, You’re beautiful
Your face is all I see
For when Your eyes are on this child
Your grace abounds to me
Oh Lord, please light the fire
That once burned bright and clean
Replace the lamp of my first love
That burns with holy fear
I want to take Your Word and shine it all around
But first help me just to live it, Lord
And when I’m doing well,
help me to never seek a crown
For my reward is giving glory to You.

Have you ever felt like you are not living up to your full potential as a Christian? Do you struggle with applying the teachings of Jesus to your everyday life? If so, you are not alone. Many believers face the same challenges and frustrations and often wonder how to live out their faith in a practical and authentic way.

That’s why I want to share with you a powerful song by Keith Green, a Christian musician and writer. The song is called “To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice”, and it is based on 1 Samuel 15:22, where the prophet Samuel rebukes King Saul for disobeying God’s command.

The chorus goes like this:

To obey is better than sacrifice
I don’t need your money, I want your life
And I hear you say that I’m coming back soon
But you act like I’ll never return.

The song challenges us to examine our hearts and motives, and to ask ourselves if we are truly obeying God or just going through the motions of religion. It reminds us that God is not interested in our outward rituals or offerings, but in our inward obedience and love. It also warns us that Jesus is coming back soon, and that we need to be ready to meet him.

I love this song because it speaks to me personally and convicts me of my own shortcomings. It helps me to remember that obedience is not a burden, but a blessing. It is not a way to earn God’s favor, but a way to express our gratitude. It is not a duty, but a delight. It is not a legalistic rule, but a loving relationship.

If you want to listen to the song, you can find it on YouTube or Spotify. If you want to learn more about Keith Green and his ministry, you can visit his website or read his biography. He was a man who lived passionately for God and inspired many people with his music and message.

But more importantly, I hope that this song will inspire you to obey God in every area of your life. To follow his will and his word. To love him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. To serve him with joy and enthusiasm. To obey him is better than sacrifice.

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