You shall not curse the deaf, nor put a stumbling block before the blind, but shall fear your God: I am the LORD. Leviticus 19:14
Reading our verse for today, one might wonder if such a law was necessary. And then with a bit of reflection on our past behavior or that which we see around us...yes, such a law and many more are needed. The Lord hoped, I believe, that Israel would not need this law because of their love for their neighbors. Alas, due to that nature of sin each was born with, the law of fear was needed. When we read the law, it is easy to think of a nation of cruel children. Do this and you will prosper; don't do that lest thee be punished. And as most of us have grown up from the childish stage of life, we recognize the need for moral teaching with a promise of punishment for trespassers. However, as those who believe in the forgiveness of Christ our Lord, we also look ahead with eager anticipation to that day when loving our God and every neighbor will be written on our hearts. And then, those laws of fear and punishment will no longer be necessary.
Have a loving day in Christ our Lord,
Bucky
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