Deuteronomy 5:29a  “Oh, that they would always have hearts like this, that they might fear me and obey all my commands!”

In this passage from Deuteronomy the Israelites get it.  They have a proper perspective and picture of who God is.  They understand His power, His ability, His nature, and character.  They have a reverent fear and respect for their God and their are willing to listen and obey.

The Lord sees this and He is moved with a response that shows His longing for His chosen people to always be in this state of mind, heart, and willing attitude.  He so wants them to ALWAYS be like this and yet He knows that they aren’t going to be.  But it is obviously what He is looking for.  It seems like God is saying…  “Man!! Stay this way, this is what I want from you, the blessings for you and your offspring are going to be huge!!  Don’t wander away, stay close, remain obedient and in awe of who I am!!”  I think God is pleading here.  Not in a helpless, weak, limited way, but in a loving, caring, hopeful way, that His people will exercise their wills in a way that lines up with the will of their God.

Lord help me to remain obedient to you.  Give me the ability and the reminder to listen to your Word and to reverently fear you in a way that shows you honor, glory, respect, and my love back to you.  Thank you for this example of your longing for people to follow after you and to do what you want.  Thank you for longing after me and giving me the promise of eternal life through Jesus.

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