Sin can never be indulged for its appetite is ever increasing. Sin intends to reign where it remains. David's influence was on the line. Any indecision, any weakness would have been used by the enemy. The world has to see that Christianity makes a difference.
Salt is different from that which it salts.
Light is different from darkness. B. Delayed obedience is disobedience. Disobedience is destructive. Destroys testimonies, opportunities, blessings. God has given us responsibility and the power of choice to determine who occupies the throne room of our lives.