Moses' warning to us is clear, "do not add or subtract from God's commands" (Deut 4:2).
It is not God's intent that we become become mindless robots, simply following commands without will or purpose. Quite the opposite, He intends to "show [our] wisdom and understanding to the nations" (vs 6).
God's ways bring peace, health and life. When we follow His commands, we benefit, even when it seems unlikely at first. Commands to love our enemies, pray for those who mistreat us, forgive those who are unforgivable, give instead of trying to get, etc. - all seem so counter intuitive.
Yet, when we obey, we are blessed. And people in the world around us take note, seeing "[our] light shine [will]..glorify [our] Father in heaven" (Matt 5:16).
Following God without question, without adding or subtracting, far from a mindless, robotic act, is very purposeful and wise indeed. Jus' Say'n.
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