A concern for doctrinal purity should always be based on love of the Lord, not a desire to express spiritual pride.

Moses simplifies the whole duty of Israel (and of humanity) by crystalizing the moral law into a single command to love God supremely.

Giving works best when the Lord's portion is removed first and believers learn to live within the remainder.

Our identity as the people of God is marked primarily by our faithfulness in obedience to Him.

In any spiritual undertaking, God's first order of business is to see to the spiritual health of His people.

Believers have just as much to fear from legalism as from waywardness. The first detracts from the beauty of the message, while the second mars it content.

God's love does not depend on the current spiritual condition of those He loves.