Devotion:
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Read Exodus 20:1-17.
Firmly connected to the freedom brought about through the Exodus is the order and guidance God provided through the Ten Commandments and all the Law. God gave these clear guidelines for his people to follow so that their relationship with him and with others would be healthy and strong. These commands are for our protection and for our good.
Heeding God’s Word is critical. Kingdom living happens as the covenant is honored. Of course, choose the wrong choice and the consequences will follow. At the same time, obedience leads to an abundance of God’s goodness not just for you but for all those who follow you. God promises to show “love to a thousand generations of those who love me and keep my commandments” (vs 6). As we obey God’s commands we open the door for God’s favor.
Personal Worship Option:
In which areas of your life can you obey God more fully? Ask God to reveal what commandments you should work on and ask his Spirit to empower you to obey.
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