I have been feeling burdened because I haven’t borne fruit in a while. I couldn’t figure out exactly what I was lacking, so I sincerely prayed to understand what I was doing wrong.
Shortly after I prayed, the verse of the day popped up on my phone. I almost cried while looking at the verse.
“For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings.” (Hos 6:6)
I’ve been studying, preaching, and praying like a robot. Even though I did those things I did them as a routine rather than from the sincerity of my heart. I didn’t sincerely ask for God’s blessing each time I went to preach nor for the spiritual wisdom each time I studied.
I was able to realize what our God Elohim desires more than our sacrifice is our acknowledgement of Them who are our Saviors who endured endless suffering to save us and to show us Their love. From this moment on, I want to sincerely acknowledge our Heavenly Parents in everything I do, giving glory and thanks to Them for everything, and work with a heart full of mercy to save my lost brothers and sisters.