Don’t wait! Leviticus 7:16-17. Now—today—right now: it is proper to address spiritual matters immediately. God passes His judgment on whether what has been offered is correct, and no changes are allowed—not added to, not switched around. It is as it is—the way God intends it to be. When a vow is made, the charges stated are heard by both God and man. I choose to make them before God and witnesses, for the duration. Changing the wording later isn’t acceptable—it’s recorded, unchangeable. The words are final—the sacrifice ratifies it.
I want to give my all — to give it in its purest form. It is good enough for God and only God. I cannot claim it; it now entirely belongs to God. An afterthought arises, and I want to hold back part of its value – Never! The offering is God’s, whether it is a Samuel or an Isaac — the vow, the voluntary offering, is given to God alone, for God alone. The smoke from the sacrifice is like incense to God. I am allowed to partake of the same food as that given to God. Eat it today – here, while its meaning is fresh in my mind.
Another day begins after I receive the freshness of my spiritual gift. I think about the vow—the offering—and I am so glad I gave it all to God. I partake again of that spiritual meat I offered to God. The thoughts and words are still there, perhaps not as vivid in my heart. The third day comes, and I start to think of other things—life goes on. Deep down, I want to make it fresh again—maybe if I partake again? But God said, “No.” It is to be burned with fire—the time has passed. The third day is too late—the flesh is spoiled—the meaning begins to fade.
I learn from the Word that God has a time, a place, and a way to do things. It is important that I do what I am supposed to do now—at God’s time, not later. Act now while it is still fresh in my heart, and my soul feels warm! Not later, when the enthusiasm has cooled, and I think I can pick it up again.