Obedience: A Study In DeuteronomySample

What does it say?

Moses reminded the Israelites of the Lord's covenant with them and urged them to obey its laws so that they would not experience its curses.

What does it mean?

Renewing His covenant with the Israelites, God warned them of the devastating consequences of choosing to follow the lifestyles of the Egyptians or other countries they passed through on their way to the Promised Land. Worshipping gods from other nations would have the same affect on Israel as poison in a person’s system. Choosing to live outside of God’s law would cause God’s hand to come against them just as He had come against the Egyptians. Since God revealed these truths to Israel, they had no excuse for abandoning their covenant with God.

How should I respond?

Even when your heart desires to follow God, you may feel pressured to go with the crowd rather than stand up for what you believe. How are the lifestyles of your family, friends, or co-workers different from God’s instructions to His followers? Some of God’s “don’ts” may look enticing at the outset, but the poisonous effects of wrong priorities or sinful choices leave lives in shambles. What precautions would protect you from giving in to pressure to disobey God? Resolve today to be a godly influence, inspiring others to follow God. Remember, peer pressure can go both ways!