“You shall have no other gods before me."
Exodus 20 2-3
God brought the Israelites from an oppressive land /ruler to a spacious and abundant place. (Exodus 1-20, Exodus 3:8). Their journey took years and while at Mount Sinai God commanded them to have no other gods before him (Exodus 20 2-3). Had the Israelites not wandered or been side-tracked their deliverance may have come sooner - generations passed before they finally entered the promised land. (Numbers 33, Joshua 1)
God commanded faithfulness because He is jealous for our whole-hearted attention and worship. He is our maker and redeemer (Exodus 20:5). He knows our human weakness and ability to sin. He wants His people for himself ~ His treasured possession (Exodus 19:5).
Has God brought you out of a difficult position / circumstance ?
Are their snares in your path? Proverbs 3:25, Psalm 91:3
Seek God for His will and guidance in your life.. in good times and in bad 1 Corinthians 10:12
Determine to be pure & worship no other (1Thess 4, 1Peter 1 15-16) .. 'For I am a jealous God..' Exodus 20:5
Isaiah 26:3 ~
~ You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.
Pls Give/donate to Oxfam for those in need ~
