Please read Exodus 21.
www.blueletterbible.org/nasb/exo/21/1/s_71001
Meditate on verses 15 and 17.
He who strikes his father or his mother shall surely be put to death.
He who curses his father or his mother shall surely be put to death.
Besides the Ten Commandments, God gave the people an
additional 603 rules to help them live with Him and others. Over the next few
days, you will read many of these 613 laws. Do not be tempted to skip reading
these chapters, for the Law reveals what pleases the LORD and what He hates.
The meditation verses sound severe, but it is important to
remember that these are the very words of God as recorded by Moses. Jesus even
reminded the Pharisees and scribes of these rules:
For God said, “Honor your father and mother,” and
“He who speaks evil of father or mother is to be put to death.”
—Matthew 15:4
Would children treat their parents differently if they knew
God views disrespect of parents as an offense worthy of the death penalty? When
our children were young, we taught them what the Bible says about obeying and
honoring parents. God’s Word shaped their attitudes and behaviors in ways
pleasing to Him.
Pray Exodus 21:15 and 17 over yourself and those for whom
you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).
“LORD, let __________ and me never strike or curse our father or
mother.
Help us put to death thoughts, attitudes, and actions that displeases
You.
Because of Your name, Jesus~”
The WATCHMAN on the
WALL 2 ~ Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell
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