INTRODUCTION

It is perfectly clear in the word of God that God does not need anything from man, but just as clear is the truth that God finds great delight in receiving sacrifices. The apostle Paul plainly declared this truth to the Philippian believers when he said that their sacrifice was "an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, well pleasing to God" (Philippians 4:18
See All...). He rehearsed the same truth to Hebrew believers when he said, "But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased" (Hebrews 13:16But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
See All...). The sacrifices of men demonstrate a will that chooses to give something to God. Why? Because love constrains them to do so.

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS

• (For smaller children) Sacrificing to God includes praise and thanksgiving (Hebrews 13:15By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name.
  See All...; Psalm 107:21-22 [21] Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! [22] And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.
  See All...). Look around the room. Can you thank God for at least ten things He has given you? Can you praise Him with a song (Psalm 69:30I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
  See All...) like David did?
• How does it make you feel to know that God can be pleased with your sacrifices? How should this knowledge compel you to look for opportunities to give unto God that which He desires?
• What kind of sacrifices do you offer unto the Lord on a daily basis? Do those sacrifices please God? Do those sacrifices demonstrate your love for Him?

PRAYER NEEDS

• Thank God for the opportunity to please Him.
• Ask the Lord to find your sacrifices acceptable and wellpleasing.

HYMN

I Will Sing the Wondrous Story

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