Deuteronomy 22

One must remember the 430 years of slavery that preceded the giving of the Law. These rules were meant to instruct Israel, former slaves, how to live out the basic Ten Commandments. The terrible institution of slavery encourages a “getting away with it” opportunistic approach to lying, stealing and adultery, and omission of personal responsibility for others.

While not under “rules” of the Law, we are under a higher Law, the Law of Love. We are opportunistic, but look for, and use opportunities to bless others. In fact, ours is a willing slavery to serve Christ through others.