1. Do not ignore it (1-12)

The Lord wants his holy people to have a sense of responsibility. They should be responsible for the property of others--even when the other person is careless. Thoughtless cruelty reveals a corrupt heart. God's people must be trained to have a sense of justice and mercy--even toward birds. These laws helped train God's people to take time to care about others and to keep their hearts and lives pure.

2. Responsible sex life (13-30)

God created sex as a blessing to mankind. The purpose of sex is to bind families together and to create new life. When it is used according to God's purpose, it is a precious gift and a great blessing. But when men and women ignore God and his laws and ignore the responsibility that goes with the blessing, they displease God, defile their own lives, destroy the home, and corrupt society. God's word for the infant nation was, 'You must purge evil from among you.'

Application: Lord, help me to live a pure and responsible life before you.
One Word: Take responsibility