Deuteronomy 10 has a seemingly simple question with a complicated answer. “What does the LORD your God require of you?” A starter list follows (see Holy Lists post on 11/15/13).  The summary of the requirements is in verse 16, “Circumcise therefore the foreskin of your heart, and be no longer stubborn.”

Why it would be good for the Israelites to follow these instructions is listed in verses 14-22:

• To the LORD your God belong heaven and the heaven of heavens, earth with all that is in it
• The LORD set his heart in love on your fathers and chose you as his people
• The LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords
• He is the great, the mighty, and the awesome God
• He is not partial and takes no bribe
• He executes justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the sojourner
• He is your praise
• He is your God, who has done for you these great and terrifying things that your eyes have seen.

So fear the LORD, serve him, hold fast to Him, and by his name shall you swear.