In this Daily Mitzvah Reflection, Daniel explores Positive Commandment #5—“And you shall serve the L-rd, your G-d” (Exodus 23:25)—through the lens of heart-centered prayer, emotional connection, and spiritual intention.
This mitzvah, spanning three days of reflection, isn’t just about ritual or routine. It’s about genuine service—a personal, daily act of alignment between the mind, heart, and soul.
Daniel shares historical context from the Rambam and Ezra’s era, personal experiences around spontaneous and structured prayer, and what it means to show up for Hashem not just intellectually—but emotionally.
Key Takeaways:
The Torah’s definition of “service” as prayer—and how it includes praise, request, and gratitude
Why connection with G-d is a rhythm: connect, disconnect, reconnect
The importance of slowing down and syncing heart with action in all mitzvot
Personal reflections on prayer, longing, and intimacy with G-d in daily life
How prayer can serve as emotional regulation, alignment, and resilience
This episode is a powerful reminder that service isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about opening your heart and showing up, every day, with what’s real.
If this message spoke to you, share it forward, leave a review, and follow the show. Your service, when done with heart, has ripple effects far beyond the moment.
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