Fear the Lord your God and serve him. Hold fast to him and take your oaths in his name. He is the one you praise; he is your God, who performed for you those great and awesome wonders you saw with your own eyes.
September 18, 2025
In this passage, Moses reminds Israel of their covenant with God after their deliverance from Egypt. The command to fear the Lord does not mean terror but deep reverence, devotion, and loyalty. Serving Him, clinging to Him, and giving Him praise were to be Israel’s response to His mighty acts. Theologically, this points to the nature of true worship, faithful service rooted in gratitude for God’s saving power.
For men today, this verse speaks to the need for loyalty in a distracted world. Many are pulled in countless directions, work pressures, family demands, cultural influences. Yet, God calls men to hold fast to Him, to anchor their lives in faith, and to live with reverence rather than compromise. Remembering His past faithfulness builds confidence for today’s battles.
The takeaway is to keep God at the center of life, not as an afterthought but as the One you serve, cling to, and praise daily. Men are called to reflect on His works, stay grounded in His truth, and live with unwavering devotion. Strength and stability come not from self-reliance, but from holding fast to the God who has already proven His power.