The Seventh-Day Adventist Hymn and Tune Book ‎#1308

1308. To obey is better than sacrifice, the Lord hath said

1 To obey is better than sacrifice, the Lord hath said;
To hearken when he commandeth, than an off'ring made.

Chorus:
Turn to the Lord, and he will be gracious,
Walk in the way of his commandments.
To obey is better than sacrifice, the Lord hath said;
To hearken when he commandeth, than an off'ring made.

2 All ye who say, "There is naught to do since Christ doth save,"
Remember what he commands you in the Book he gave. [Chorus]

3 Remember only the doers of the word are blest;
'Tis well to hear and believe it, but to do is best. [Chorus]

Text Information

• First Line: To obey is better than sacrifice, the Lord hath said
• Author: F. E. B.
• Refrain First Line: Turn to the Lord, and he will be gracious
• Publication Date: 1886
• Scripture:
  1 Samuel 15:22
• Topic: Bible Songs: Scriptures, Law, Sabbath
• Notes: Public Domain.

Tune Information

• Name: TO OBEY IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE
• Composer: F. E. Belden
• Key: B♭ Major
• Notes: Public Domain.