{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Obedience over Sacrifice","description":"\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Welcome to Season 2 of Made Simple! We're kicking off a brand-new season by exploring one of the most challenging truths in Scripture: God desires obedience over sacrifice. Too often, we try to make up for disobedience with good intentions, religious activity, or personal sacrifice. But throughout the Bible, God consistently shows that what He truly wants is a heart that listens, trusts, and obeys Him. In this episode, we break down what it really means when Scripture says, "To obey is better than sacrifice." We'll discuss why partial obedience is still disobedience, how our emotions can interfere with following God's voice, and how living in obedience leads to freedom, blessing, and a deeper relationship with Christ. Whether you're facing a difficult decision, seeking God's direction, or simply wanting to grow in your walk with Him, this conversation will help make this powerful biblical principle simple to understand and practical to apply. In this episode: \u2022 Why God values obedience above religious acts \u2022 The difference between serving God and surrendering to God \u2022 How to recognize when you're following your own plans instead of God's \u2022 Practical ways to walk in daily obedience \u2022 The blessings that come from trusting God's direction \ud83d\udcd6 Key Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:22 "Made Simple" is the podcast that takes today's questions, difficult biblical truths, and real-life challenges\u2014and makes them easy to understand through the lens of God's Word. \ud83d\udc4d If this episode encourages you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs this message. \ud83d\udcac Question of the Week: Have you ever experienced a time when God asked you to obey, even when it didn't make sense? Share your story in the comments! ","author_name":"Made Simple with Kenny Springer","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/573630","html":"