He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
Proverbs 19:16
Ways. Deh-rek. Manner of life. Habit. Pathways. Neural pathways? Living entities that only exist because you do. Servants. Emissaries. Awaiting your instructions and directions in order to fulfil their purpose (i.e enabling you to fulfil yours).
Care enough about them to make sure they line up with the commandment…that which has come forth from the mouth of the Creator.
Care enough to have God as the official and only sponsor of ALL your ways, and He will make your paths straight.
Commitment to this practice is life.
Neglect of this pathway is death.