"Follow my decrees and be careful to obey my laws, and you will live safely in the land." Leviticus 25:18 NIV
God's laws were designed to bring His people into close relationship with Him and to bless their lives. God's laws were not arbitrary demands but rather they served to promote the welfare of His people through establishing peace, safety, health, and productivity.
If obeyed today God's commands will bring us into closer relationship with Him and bring about good in our lives. 1 John 5:3 reminds us, "This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands are not burdensome." When we understand the love God has for us then we understand His commands are an expression of His loving concern for us. His commands are designed to lead us in living the "abundant life" (see John 10:10). Let's not view obedience as a burden but embrace God's commands as a blessing.
Father, I thank You for guiding me through Your commands into life and blessing. As you love me through Your commands so help me to love You by obeying your commands.
I'm praying for you.
Pastor Mark
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