Bible Study - Why Commandments?

 

Why Commandments?

Purpose and Importance of God's Commandments

Many people view the Ten Commandments as a list of restrictive rules, but they are much more than that. They are God’s covenant with His people, a reflection of His character, and a guide to holy living. Understanding why God gave the commandments helps us see them not as burdens but as a blessing.

Why did God give the commandments, and what do they mean for us today?

The Commandments Reveal God’s Character

The first four commandments focus on our relationship with God (Exodus 20:1-11). They teach us about His holiness, authority, and our need to worship Him alone.

The last six commandments focus on our relationship with others (Exodus 20:12-21). They reflect God’s justice, love, and desire for peace among His people.

"Be holy, for I am holy." (Leviticus 11:44)

The Commandments Guide Us to Right Living

They provide moral and ethical guidance. They protect us from sin’s consequences (e.g., broken relationships, injustice, and suffering).

Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

The Commandments Show Our Need for Grace

No one can keep the commandments perfectly (Romans 3:23). The law reveals our sin and points us to Christ (Galatians 3:24).

Jesus fulfilled the law and offers salvation through grace (Matthew 5:17).

The Commandments Are a Covenant of Love

Jesus summarized the commandments in Matthew 22:37-40:

1. Love God with all your heart.
2. Love your neighbor as yourself.

Following the commandments is not about legalism but about love for God and others.

The commandments are not outdated rules but a divine standard that reveals God’s character, guides us in righteous living, and points us to our need for Jesus. They call us to love God and others, leading us to a life of holiness, justice, and peace.

Study the Commandments: Spend time reading and meditating on God’s laws (e.g., Exodus 20, Matthew 22:37-40).

Pray for Obedience: Ask God to help you understand and follow His commands.

Share the Good News: Explain to others how God’s commandments reflect His love and lead us to Christ.

May The Lord Bless You!