Overview
Overview
The 2nd commandment is about “How” we worship.
1. THE PROTECTION OF WORSHIP
Israel is commanded to eliminate all remnants and reminders of idolatrous worship. They are also to establish a central place of worship. All these protect the corporate worship of YHWH.
2. THE POSTURE OF WORSHIP
Unlike the abominable and cruel worship acts of Canaanites, Israel is to worship with rejoicing. They rejoice because they know God is the one who has delivered them from slavery into the abundant Promised land. And out of that joy, they give and sacrifice. True worship is gospel- and grace- centered. Out of gratitude for Jesus and His love, we rejoice and present ourselves a living sacrifice.
3. THE PRIORITY OF WORSHIP
The chapter opens and closes with a call to be careful to do all that is commanded. Also, when we see the kings of Israel, the KPI (Key Performance Index) seems to be their allegiance to true worship.
