What does God require of Us?

Deuteronomy 10.

Moses continued his history lesson for the nation.  He pointed out the mistakes and sins of the previous generation.  Life proved futile and disastrous when they thought they could live on their own terms or by placing their trust in made-up gods.  In a shift from the past to this present generation, he asked, "And now, Israel, what does the LORD require of you?"

The answer in verses 12-13 contains five statements of God's requirements for His people.

1. Fear Him.  

Have regard, respect for His omnipresence, and accountability to Him.

2. Walk in all His ways.  

Put into practice His expectations.

3. Love Him.  

More than emotion, this is a commitment of exclusive devotion to the One who loves us and gave Himself for us.  

4. Serve Him.  

"Not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man." (Ephesians 6:6-7)

5. Keep His word.  

This means we must know what God has said and understand it so we may live rightly before the Lord.

Why would God put forward such a list of stipulations?  "...I am commanding you today for your good". (v.13)