Deuteronomy 28-29
In these two chapters God addresses the intimate relationship between Him and the Israelites. He makes it clear that because of His deep feelings toward them He reserves things just for them, things that aren't shared with any other nation. Thus, it isn't at all unreasonable that He would expect Israel to keep some things sacred only toward Him. This is what's done in an intimate relationship. By reserving the best for those involved, the relationship takes on that special quality so that outsiders might take notice and marvel at its beauty!
We see this concept mirrored as we Christians begin to take on the fruit of the Spirit. Our intimate relationship with the Lord begins to stand out to such a degree that those in the world are drawn to Jesus Christ. It's basic human nature to desire intimacy. But, divine intimacy takes on a beauty that surpasses anything else the world has to offer. When things were well between God and the Israelites, the nations took notice. The same is true in our time.
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