Monday, February 05, 2007

Exodus 19 - 21 (5th Feb)

Exodus 19

The Lord assured the Israelites through Moses in v4-6 “I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself………” When Moses told the people, they replied that they will do everything the Lord has said (v8). Then the Lord came down and appeared to the Israelites with smoke and fire. Wow, it is awesome. If I was there, my jaw will probably dropped and with bended knees, I will just soak in His present.

Exodus 20

The Lord gave Moses the 10 commandments for the Israelites:-
1. You shall not have any other gods.
2. You shall not make or have any idol.
3. You shall not misuse God’s name.
4. Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.
5. Honor your parents so you may live long in the land.
6. You shall not murder.
7. You shall not commit adultery.
8. You shall not steal.
9. You shall not give false testimony against someone.
10. You shall not covet.

The first 4 commandments talk about your relationship with God. The 5th commandment talks about your relationship with your parents. This is the only commandment that comes with a promise to claim, that you will live long in the land in peace. The 6th to 8th commandments is about your personal life and the last 2 commandments talk about your relationship with others.
The purpose (EX20:20) – Do not be afraid. God has come to test you, so that THE FEAR OF GOD will be with you to KEEP YOU FROM SINNING.
So remember this verse :
EX2020

Exodus 21

The Laws that were set for the Israelites to follow. They have law for the servant, also for people who kill someone whether intentionally or accidentally, they also have laws that against people who harm others whether physically or verbally. Also laws for their pet animal.