出埃及记［第21章］
[神的律法 人的保障]
主讲: 丘均发传道
04/03/2025
1.规定为奴六年之约（V1-6）
在古代，因贫穷或债务，有些人会卖身为奴。但神的律法规定，希伯来仆人第七年必须得自由。神看重人的自由，不希望任何人永远被奴役。
这也预表了神对我们属灵生命的计划，祂不愿我们一直被罪、恐惧、失败或世界的捆绑所辖制，而是要带领我们进入真正的自由。
2.婢女的特别保护令（V7-11）
律法规定，若一女子被卖作婢女，主人娶她为妻，须善待并保障她；若不履行责任，她可自由离开，体现神对弱势群体的关怀。
神的律法不仅是命令，更是爱的表达，确保公平，避免剥削。今日社会同样需要公义与怜悯，无论在职场、家庭或教会，我们都应实践神的心意，成为公正与自由的见证人。
1.重视每一个生命（V12-14，16）
这部分律法对杀人、拐卖人口等重罪施以严厉的刑罚。神重视生命，强调每一个人都不可轻易剥夺他人的生命。
在社会中，当我们遇到暴力、欺凌等行为时，应勇于制止或报警，这不仅是保护自己，也是维护社会正义的责任。
2.打骂父母的严惩（V15, 17）
打骂父母违反了十诫中的‘当孝敬父母’！
神要求子女尊敬父母，不可用暴力或言语伤害他们；因为家庭的尊重和秩序是社会稳定的根基。
3.以眼还眼的真义（V18-27）
“以眼还眼，以牙还牙”并非复仇，而是公平赔偿制度，确保惩罚与过犯相称，防止暴力滥用，维持社会秩序。
神的律法保护生命，同时给予人悔改与和解的机会。今日，我们当尊重生命，在冲突中选择宽恕，不以恶报恶，成为和平使者，活出基督的样式。
1.动物伤人 主人有责（V28-32）
这一段说明了当家畜（如牛）造成伤害时，若主人明知其凶猛而不加以管控，主人也要承担责任。
基督徒要成为负责任的人，而不是推卸责任，也不要“事不关己，视而不见”。
2.损人之债 理当偿还（V33-36）
律法中明确规定，如果因疏忽导致他人财产受损，如挖坑未盖好致他人牛受伤，必须予以赔偿。这说明在社会中，每个人都应为自己的过错负责，不能因疏忽而置他人于险境。
小结：
神的律法教导我们，责任感是社会和谐的基石。无论家庭、职场或公共领域，都应为自身行为负责，以诚信维护安全与信任。
神的律法是一张‘安全网’，从个人自由、生命安全到财产纠纷，全面覆盖。愿我们都在神的律法中找到真正的保障，稳稳地走向神的应许之地！
Exodus 20
God’s Law Man’s Protection
04/03/2025
The Morning Devotion Speaker: Ps Daniel
1. The six-year covenant of slavery (V1-6)
In ancient times, some people sold themselves into slavery due to poverty or debt. But God’s law stipulates that the Hebrew servants must be free in the seventh year. God values human freedom and does not want anyone to be enslaved forever.
This also typifies God’s plan for our spiritual lives. He does not want us to remain bound by sin, fear, failure, or the bondage of the world, but wants to lead us into true freedom.
2. Special Protection Order for Female Slave (V7-11)
The law stipulates that if a woman is sold as a maid, the master who marries her as a wife must treat her well and protect her; if she fails to fulfil her responsibilities, she is free to leave, reflecting God's care for the disadvantaged.
God's law is not just a command, but an expression of love that ensures fairness and avoids exploitation. Today's society also needs justice and mercy. Whether in the workplace, family or church, we should practice God's will and become witnesses of justice and freedom.
1. Value every life (V12-14, 16)
This part of the law imposes severe penalties on serious crimes such as murder and human trafficking. God values life and emphasizes that no one should take away the life of others easily.
In society, when we encounter violence, bullying, etc., we should have the courage to stop or call the police. This is not only to protect ourselves, but also to maintain social justice.
2. Severe punishment for beating and scolding parents (V15, 17)
Beating and scolding parents violates the ten commandments of "honour your parents"!
God requires children to respect their parents and not to harm them with violence or words, because respect and order in the family are the foundation of social stability.
3. The true meaning of an eye for an eye (V18-27)
"An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth" is not revenge, but a fair compensation system to ensure that punishment is commensurate with the offense, to prevent abuse of violence, and to maintain social order.
God's law protects life while giving opportunity for repentance and reconciliation. Today, we should respect life, choose forgiveness in conflicts, not repay evil with evil, become peacemakers, and live out the likeness of Christ.
1. Owners are responsible if animals hurt people (V28-32)
This paragraph explains that when a domestic animal (such as a cow) causes harm, the owner is also responsible if the owner knows that the animal is ferocious and fails to control it.
Christians should be responsible people, not shirk responsibility or turn a blind eye to matters that have nothing to do with themselves.
2. Debts that harm others should be repaid (V33-36)
The law clearly stipulates that if someone else's property is damaged due to negligence, such as digging a pit and not covering it properly and causing someone else's cattle to be injured, compensation must be paid. This shows that in society, everyone should be responsible for their own faults and cannot put others in danger through negligence.
Summary：
God’s law teaches us that a sense of responsibility is the cornerstone of social harmony. Regardless of family, workplace or public sphere, everyone should be responsible for their own actions and maintain safety and trust with integrity.
God’s law is a ‘safety net’ that covers everything from personal freedom and life safety to property disputes. May we all find true protection in God’s law and move steadily toward God’s promised land!