2 Tim 2:15 "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
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WORSHIPPING OTHER GODS BRINGS A CURSE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
Deuteronomy 11:18-32
Psalm 32:1-4
“Blessed is the man unto whom the
LORD imputeth not iniquity, and
in whose spirit there is no guile.”
WORSHIPPING OTHER GODS BRINGS A CURSE
God abhors unbelief and the rejection of His authority. This comes in the form of idolatry and going after other gods. This was a common sin in Israel and since all other nations worshipped these false gods, it was easy to accept it as the norm. Moses had known the depth of that transgression and that was why he kept warning Israel against violating God’s law in this regard. It is also appropriate that the First Commandment forbids allegiance to other gods. The most important thing is given the first attention: “Thou shalt have no other gods before me” (Exod 20:3).
The Lord’s pronouncement was clear. Blessing was to be upon Mt Gerizim and curse upon Mt Ebal. These two mountains faced each other near Gilgal in the land of Canaan. The mention of these two places also gave strength to the word of Moses that God was going to give them the land of Canaan. These were real places and they authenticate the accuracy of Scripture. The Word of God is never wrong. Israel was then ready to cross the Jordan River, possess the land and dwell there. The command that stood out as Moses repeatedly affirmed was that they were to observe all the statutes and judgments which Moses placed before them. A blessing or a curse: which do you choose?
Every pronouncement that Moses made was meant to assure Israel and to prepare them for the habitation of the new land. God had to be their guide and Moses placed the Law (in written form, with the seal of God) before them. They had the obligation to obey God and thus live in peace. That was their blessing. A curse would come, with misery, if they did not obey. All things were sure as the Lord never fails.
THOUGHT: God’s direction is sure to bring me to the right destination. I only have to follow Him.
PRAYER: Father, I owe my allegiance to Thee only.