IF

Dt 11 :22-32

The conjunction « if » is a word which combines the gearing of the human condition. On the other hand, « if » is a magician which leads mankind to the word of hypothesis. That’s why, the conjunction « if » used by men without God is a very sad word in this world. But, for the believer, in today’s text, the two « if » give us conditions of blessing between God and us.

1. If you take care to keep all his orders  (22-25)

Here, the order is more an alliance than an order. The conjunction « if » which follows the order ends in blessing and triumph. Read verse 23. To the Israelite people it’s almost impossible, but when they remember God’s promise, they can win the victory (25). The same is true for us ! If your conjunction « if » is like the one of the world, abandon it. Because that will make you sad.

2. If you obey orders (26-32)

Verse 27 says : « if you obey The Eternal God’s orders ». It’s more a promise of blessing than an order. But read verse 29. There is a mountain of blessing and a mountain of curse. But we have liberty to choose either blessing or curse. I invit you to use well your liberty of choice. Don’t live your life as you like, but use well your liberty.  

Prayer : Lord ! Without you, the world is sad. Light up my eyes and give me your strength so that I keep my Lord and obey God’s order. Have mercy on this people who doesn’t have much liberty of choice.

Bottom line : liberty of choice