And woe to those that strive with their maker! HE is a GOD of perfection; HE is glorious in holiness; HIS holiness is HIS glory. Exodus 15:4
Here in the 1st COMMANDMENT we have a brief summary of religion, containing the 1st principles of faith & obedience. Jehovah our GOD is the only living & true GOD; HE only is GOD, & HE is but one GOD. Let us not desire to have any other . Deutronomy 6:5
It is essential that the service of GOD's people be performed with a willing mind. The Father seeks only such to worship HIM, as worship HIM in spirit & truth. The carnal mind of man is enmity against GOD, therefore, is not capable of such spiritual worship. Hence the necessity of being born again. As task impose upon them Joshua puts them to their choice, but not as if it were indifferent whether they serve GOD or not. "Choose you whom ye will serve", now the matter is laid plainly before you. Joshua 24:18
The terror of the Almighty will sometimes produce a force or feigned submission in unconverted men; like those brought from different countries to inhabit Isreal. May that fear of the LORD, which is the begginning of wisdom, possess our hearts & influnce our conduct that we may be ready for every change. II Kings 17:29-35
None besides is able to help; HE is the Savior, who can save without the assistance of any, but without whom none can save. Isaiah 45:21 & 22
Next week "GOD keeps an account" Part 2 on Exodus 20:3, Hope to hear from ya'll, GOD be with you everyday,
