Ep 24 - Love and Law

How important is it for us to do God's will on earth? What was the purpose behind the Ten Commandments? In this crucial chapter, Frances Hogan journeys deeper into these topics, focusing on how God’s plans are accomplished when people align their will with His, thereby establishing His kingdom on earth. Doing the will of God focuses on obedience to divine commandments, which reflect His moral and ethical standards. By adhering to these commandments, individuals and communities seek to live in accordance with God's design, fostering righteousness, justice, and compassion in their interactions. Therefore, rebellion against God's will means one frustrates His plan to rule through His children on earth. The covenantal relationship between God and humanity forms the basis for understanding how God's Kingdom unfolds on earth. Through covenants such as those made with Abraham and later with the Israelites, God establishes frameworks for mutual commitment and responsibility. These covenants reveal God's desire to reign among his people, guiding them toward spiritual fulfillment and communal prosperity through obedience to divine laws and precepts. The Ten Commandments are ultimately about love – love for God and love for others. By following these laws, the Israelites could live in peace with God and their neighbors. Disobeying these laws, on the other hand, would lead to chaos, disorder, and the rise of evil. Bible References: Deut.7:1-11 – The spiritual calling of the people of IsraelJn.14:6 – God alone knows the way to the promised landDeut.6:4-10 – The daily prayer of every Jew - Shema YisraelMatt.22:34-40 – The greatest of the commandmentsMatt.24:12 – Lawlessness is living to please oneself, characterized by self-rule, self-love, and self-assertion, which destroys love2 Tim.3:1-5; 2 Thes.2:7; 1 Jn.3:4 – Sin is lawlessnessJn.8:44 – Anyone who keeps the Ten Commandments is utterly freeRom.3:31 – The law of love works at a significantly higher level We delve into the captivating history of how God liberated the children of Israel from slavery, forging them into a nation of His own. Frances Hogan, the renowned Irish scripture scholar, guides us through the pages of Exodus, unlocking the timeless wisdom and insights that will enrich your understanding of scripture. Shalom World Podcasts: https://www.shalomworld.org/podcasts Support us: https://shalomworld.org/donate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shalomworldpodcasts/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087483505045 Frances Hogan: https://www.franceshogan.com/