Deuteronomy 5:33

Verse

Deuteronomy 5:33

Ye shall walk in all the ways which the LORD your God hath commanded you, that ye may live, and that it may be well with you, and that ye may prolong your days in the land which ye shall possess.

  • Obedience
  • God’s Ways
  • Life
  • Promise
  • Faithfulness
Bebe's interpretation
We all hate being told what to do. We believe that as free moral agents we know what and when is right. We relish the freedom to do as we please, but we usually don’t do what is right. The inability to do right is a function of the fallen nature of man due to sin. We can all relate to the Apostle Paul’s plight in Romans 7:15. Often, we want to do what is right but end up doing the opposite due to the weakness of our sin nature. 
Sin has disrupted the correct order of the world and that is why rules are made, instructions are given to restore normalcy. Adherence to rules, commands or instructions ensures smooth running and increases efficiency and productivity.
Many people see the God of the Old Testament as a tyrant who gives out commands and wants them to be carried out. However, God gives us these commandments for our good so that He can bless us as He has promised. The fulfillment of God’s promises is based on total compliance to His instructions. Just as disobedience is the root of the ills and evils in our society, partial or non compliance to God’s instructions attract grave consequences. Walking in obedience not only improves our relationship with God and others, it positions us for being blessed by Him.
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