It reads in Exodus 21:28–29 Easy: Perhaps a bull may attack someone so that the person dies. Then you must throw stones at the bull to kill it.

You must not eat the meat from that bull. But do not punish the owner of the bull. But perhaps that bull has attacked people before. Perhaps someone warned the owner about this, but the man did not keep the bull in a safe place. If that happens, and the bull kills someone, you must kill the bull. You must also punish the bull’s owner with death. 

These verses show the difference between a true accident and preventable harm. If an ox killed someone with no history of danger, it was a tragedy. But if the ox had a known pattern of aggression and the owner ignored it, God called that negligence. It’s a simple reminder for us today: when we know something in our care can hurt others, love requires us to act. Accountability protects people, honors God, and strengthens community.

Father God, teach us to walk in wisdom and responsibility. Help us recognize the places where our choices affect others, and give us the courage to act with care, love, and accountability. Keep our hearts humble and our hands faithful as we protect the people You’ve entrusted to us. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name Amen.