so would have been left behind with no recourse. How often have we done the act of obedience too late, compulsively running after little errands and personal desires that caused us to miss the moment of timeliness? While “Today” lasts, that period in which obedience is possible, our author urges his readers and disciples of all ages to respond immediately to the strategies of God. THE REASONING What was it that caused the Israelites to disobey? Was it not their hearts of unbelief mentioned above?