A Jealous God
Deuteronomy 4:23 Take heed unto yourselves, lest ye forget the covenant of the LORD your God, which he made with you, and make you a graven image, or the likeness of any thing, which the LORD thy God hath forbidden thee. 4:24 For the LORD thy God is a consuming fire, even a jealous God. 4:25 When thou shalt beget children, and children's children, and ye shall have remained long in the land, and shall corrupt yourselves, and make a graven image, or the likeness of any thing, and shall do evil in the sight of the LORD thy God, to provoke him to anger:
Moses implores the Israelites to take heed and not forget the covenant that the Lord their God made with them during his final farewell message. The warning against idolatry is clear - God desires our undivided love and devotion. The jealousy of God, mentioned here, is an invitation to an exclusive relationship, akin to a loving spouse who desires faithfulness.
Our God is not a distant deity, but a relational God who yearns for intimacy with His creation. His jealousy is a reflection of His commitment to us, His chosen people. It's a call to recognize His sovereignty and respond with unwavering loyalty.
With so much circumstances that surrounds us like distractions and temptations, we must guard our hearts against idolatry. The idols of today may not be golden statues, but they take the form of material possessions, status, and even our own desires. God's jealousy beckons us to prioritize our relationship with Him above all else.
We must always remember that God's jealousy is a jealous of love, a divine passion that seeks our best interests. He yearns for us to experience the fullness of His blessings and protection. When we turn away from Him, it is not only a breach of covenant but a rejection of the very source of love and grace.
This cam in time brings grave consequences upon us and our generations to come, just like it did with the Israelites which resulted in finding themselves in captivity for many years.
So, let us respond to God's jealousy with a heart that seeks Him diligently. May we embrace His love and remain faithful, recognizing that in doing so, we are aligning ourselves with the One who desires our ultimate good.
In conclusion, let us hold fast to the covenant, recognizing the depth of God's jealous love for us. It is a love that surpasses understanding, a love that guides and guards us. May our hearts be steadfast, and may we live in the light of God's jealous love. Amen.
God bless you.
Prayer key:
1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of today in Jesus Christ name.
2. Lord, forgive me from turning away from you and your ordinance through by sinful actions and behaviours.
3. Lord, grant me the grace to walk in the light of your love, diligently obeying your instructions in Jesus Christ name.
4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.