* The words “keep” and “do” are separated in this verse.

* The Greek word for “keep” is “tereo,” which means “to guard (from loss or injury - properly keeping the eye upon….).

* So we have two responsibilities regarding God’s Word:

* 1) KEEP His commandments - we need to guard God’s commands just like a security guard watches over a priceless work of art.

* He watches out for those who would try to steal it or abuse it.

* These would be false prophets who need a rebuke.

* 2) DO His commands - we need to live the commands, making them our lifestyle.

* Obedience to His commands paves the way for His power to flow through us in a mighty way.