Deuteronomy 4:41-5:33
Today Moses recalls the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mt. Horeb (aka Sinai). I expect we are all somewhat familiar with the Commandments themselves, but I doubt any of us can quite envision the scene of the LORD speaking these Commandments to the entire nation of Israel. But one thing we can say for certain: the people are left so terrified that they insist that Moses stand as intermediary as they vow to do whatever the LORD says.
Oh that they had such a heart as this always, to fear Me and to keep all My commandments, that it might go well with them and with their descendants forever!
Deuteronomy 5:29
Do you perceive the LORD’s deep love for His people in these words? Do you sense His desire for them to walk humbly with Him, that He might bless them? In the same way, He yearns over us, that we might walk in obedience, in holiness, and in righteousness, enjoying continual fellowship with Him and with one another.
He gives us His Commandments for our own good. Do we receive them that way? If you feel restricted by the Ten Commandments, here’s a complete change of perspective: As I suggested before, in Christ, the Ten Commandments should not be seen as rules, but as promises, promises for living the good life and living it well. So how about it?
Thanks, John! The link to your comments on Exodus is well worth a reread…