8/17/13 Exodus 20:6 God Shows His Love to Thousands

(NAS)

but showing lovingkindness to thousands, to those who love Me and keep My commandments.

Exodus 20:6 (NIVUS)

but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love me and keep my commandments.

 
Many people have the misconceived idea that Adonai is waiting for them to make a wrong step so that He can punish them.  It is true that the Almighty is a God of justice, but His judgments are righteous and perfect.
 
However, you have discovered that the Lord your God desires to show you His love and mercy. He actually fashions goodness and kindness for you.  He does not desire to reproach you or to put you to shame; instead He celebrates your life.  God's mercy faithfully flows as a river over you and you are enveloped in His love.
 
Now you are one of thousands who love God; He names you His friend.  You belong to the Lord and He teaches you of Himself.  Keeping and observing His commandments is your delight.  He has commissioned, appointed, and ordained you, putting you in charge of His code of wisdom

 

 

(Originally written 12/2/05)