January 29

Daily Bible Reading: Exodus 19 – 21

Verse of the Day: Exodus 20:1 – “And God spake all these words, saying,"

The Ten Commandments. Once proudly displayed in schools, courts, etc. They were the basis of our country. Now, they are not allowed in many places. They are considered archaic and outdated.They are being replaced with social mores that the majority wants to establish. However, we are overlooking one important piece of information.

Our verse today is the opening phrase to this listing of the Ten Commandment. Notice -- "God spake." These were not some legal aspects, some religious thoughts that Moses and a committee came up with. God spoke these words. They are the important life sustaining code of ethics, morality, and interaction between man and God and each other. Are they non negotiable? Yes -- God speaks them for us to live a life that is best.

Prayer: Help me Father understand that when You speak it is for my benefit and for my full assurance of happiness and joy. Amen.