The most valuable act is obedience. There are incidents in scripture, far too numerous to mention, where God honored a heart of obedience even when the action was incorrect. Obedience is an outward signal of an inward honor. It is a demonstration of respect. It is a mark of esteem. Scripture teaches us that poverty and shame come to those who disobey instruction. Throughout the Bible, before a miracle took place, it was usually preceded by a simple instruction. Typically, it appeared to be outwardly ridiculous. For example, Naman was a man of great stature and valor. He was a war hero, a general and a great leader. Under his armor however, he was racked with the disease of leprosy that he had no ability to heal. Like him, we spend a great deal of time polishing our exterior. There will always be some hidden things that we will be unable to fix in our own strength, or with any of our personal resources. Naman sought counsel from the prophet and was told to wash in the Jordan River seven times. He had the sense to obey and follow the instruction. It was after this act of obedience that his healing occurred. If we will just obey the simplest of instructions, we too can stand back and watch God do what only He can do!