Days of Praise Podcast
The Law for Today
“And what nation is there so great, that hath statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day?” (Deuteronomy 4:8)
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- Broadcast on:
- 01 Oct 2024
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- other
Welcome to the Days of Praise podcast. A daily devotional by the Institute for Creation Research. The law for today. And what nation is there so great that has statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day, Deuteronomy 4.8. God has never dealt with any nation as closely and fully as he has with Israel, but he nevertheless is directly concerned with every nation as a national entity. He has actually established each nation himself, even determining the geographical boundaries of each and the time when each rises and falls. Every nation has a purpose in history, but Israel had the highest calling of all. God personally gave them through Moses, the finest governmental and legal system any nation ever had, and modern governments would therefore do well to emulate these as much as possible. In fact, it is amazing that this mosaic legal code has since served effectively as the basic legal code for all the greatest nations in modern history. This in itself is clear testimony to its divine origin and is therefore justification for retaining and implementing it wherever possible, even today. Sadly, however, modern political and judicial practices are departing further and further from this divine standard. The philosophies of evolution and relativism dominate our schools of law today, and the concept of absolute principles of righteousness and justice rooted in the nature of God as creator and in his revelation are largely being replaced by legislation based on evolving social policies and preferences. Even the ten commandments are banned from our schools, despite the fact that they are engraved in the Supreme Court building itself. It is sobering to consider that God did not even spare his beloved nation Israel when his people departed from his law. Nor will he spare America if our growing rebellion against his word goes on much longer. If you've enjoyed today's devotional, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and please rate and review so more listeners can find us. To support ICR's ministry, visit icr.org/donate. Your gift of any amount helps us reach others with biblical truth and encouragement. Thanks for listening. We hope you'll start each day with day's praise.