Strengthened by Divine Covenant: God’s Promise and our Response.
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In today's first reading, (Deuteronomy 4:32-40), we hear God speak to the Israelites, and his message is also relevant to us today. Through Moses, God asks the Israelites to be aware of their identity: who they are, what God has done for them, and the consequences of God's call. They are God's chosen people, elected to reveal Himself to the world. Because of this, God saved them from their enemies. Being aware of their identity has several implications for the Israelites. First, they should fix their hearts on the LORD as the one and only true God. This means avoiding any form of idolatry, the gravest sin before God. As Christians, it is important that we examine our lives always: "is there any idol in my life? Anything that takes the rightful place of God in my life become my idol. And this become an obstacle in my relationship with God. Therefore, identifying my idoles and getting rid of them is key step in our spiritual life and growth. Second, the Israeli