Deuteronomy 10:18-20

The Voice

The imagery of cutting the foreskin of one’s heart and not hardening the neck are graphic depictions of how God desires internal devotion to reflect external obedience.

¹⁸He enforces His justice for the powerless, such as orphans and widows, and He loves foreigners, making sure they have food and clothing. ¹⁹You must love those foreigners living with you in the same way. Remember how you were foreigners in the land of Egypt! ²⁰So fear the Eternal your God; serve Him, and be devoted to Him. Show your loyalty by swearing oaths only in His name.

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