1. Protecting the sanctity of marriage (1-5)

In these laws, Moses gives limitations on divorce. These conditions effectively prevented women from being traded back and forth like property. Moses also insists that every newlywed couple has a right to a 'honeymoon' period. This reveals the honor that God gives to the institution of marriage. We should honor marriage also.

2. Not depriving others of justice (6-22)

Moses gave many laws to prevent the rich from taking advantage of the poor. They could not keep someone's cloak or source of livelihood as security for a debt. They were to pay their workers' wages promptly, leave some leftovers for the poorest, and not deprive anyone of justice. God told Israel not to forget when they were slaves in Egypt. When sinners become prosperous, they easily forget their former struggles and may even begin to take advantage of others. We must remember how God and others have helped us and practice the same compassion.


Application: Father, thank you for delivering me from slavery to sin by Jesus' blood. Help me to show that I remember your grace by the way I treat others.
One Word: Remember God's grace