Why and How Can One Get Excited about God’s Demands on His Life

  Certainly all alert theological students realize that living under grace doesn’t mean an absence of God’s moral demands. It also doesn’t mean a life free of spiritual responsibilities. On the contrary, it involves the incredible demand and responsibility to love as Christ has loved us (Jn. 13:34).   God’s Character and Heart In every age, the most important thing to know about is the character and heart of God. A simple verse of Scripture has been used of God to color my understanding of the Bible. This verse is Deuteronomy 10:13. It states that all of God’s commandments are ultimately designed for the good of His people. His demands and commandments are a reflection of His goodness. One does not have to be afraid of what God asks them to do. Every negative command is for our protection....