Lord Quote by R.C. Sproul
““I am the LoRD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. You shall have no other gods before me. You shall not. . ." (Ex. 20:2-4a, emphasis added). We see that this is not law for law's sake, but for people's sake.””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Exodus 20:2-4a (Hebrew Scripture)
The command to worship only God is meant to protect people, not just to impose rules.
In simple terms: Worship God for people’s benefit.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize love over legalism.
Themes
faith
obedience
community
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
theological
didactic
When to use this quote
- family worship
- church teaching
- personal devotion
Key Concepts
theonomy
ethical foundations
spiritual stewardship
Questions to Reflect On
- How does worship shape community life?
- What risks arise when law outweighs love?
A Different Perspective
Legalism can ignore compassion.
