Deu 10:16 | MHM | STEP | v. 16 : Israel must “circumcise the foreskin of their hearts,” meaning they should remove all sinful feelings and stubbornness that block their love and fear of God. They must be willing to obey and submit fully, not stubborn like before (Deuteronomy 10:16; Deuteronomy 9:24 ; Romans 2:29 ). To obey well, Moses encourages Israel to think about who God is. They should fear Him because He is great and glorious, the God of gods and Lord of lords, mighty, just, and impartial. He owns heaven and earth, yet chooses to have a special relationship with His people (Deuteronomy 10:14,17 ). They should love God because He is good to all people, showing special care for the helpless and needy. God is especially good to Israel, His chosen people, who are His praise and glory. He has done great things for them, growing them from seventy souls into a great nation as numerous as the stars (Deuteronomy 10:18,21-22 ). Even though God has blessed Israel so much, He expects their loving service and praise in return. But history shows that when they grew in number, they often turned away from God and became corrupt.

‏ Deuteronomy 10:16

v. 16: Israel must “circumcise the foreskin of their hearts,” meaning they should remove all sinful feelings and stubbornness that block their love and fear of God. They must be willing to obey and submit fully, not stubborn like before (Deuteronomy 10:16; Deuteronomy 9:24 ^a; Romans 2:29 ^b).

To obey well, Moses encourages Israel to think about who God is. They should fear Him because He is great and glorious, the God of gods and Lord of lords, mighty, just, and impartial. He owns heaven and earth, yet chooses to have a special relationship with His people (Deuteronomy 10:14,17 ^c).

They should love God because He is good to all people, showing special care for the helpless and needy. God is especially good to Israel, His chosen people, who are His praise and glory. He has done great things for them, growing them from seventy souls into a great nation as numerous as the stars (Deuteronomy 10:18,21-22 ^d).

Even though God has blessed Israel so much, He expects their loving service and praise in return. But history shows that when they grew in number, they often turned away from God and became corrupt.