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MOSES’ FAREWELLDeuteronomy 31–34 “I am now a hundred and twenty years old and I am no longer able to lead you” (Deut. 31:2). Each of us leaves a heritage behind when we reach the end of our lives. Moses left a glorious heritage: a generation prepared for victory, a Law for Israel to live by,Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

CHOOSING GODDeuteronomy 29–30 “I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction” (Deut. 30:15). The most significant choice any human being can make is the choice between life and death; between loving and serving God, and ignoring Him. Definition of Key TermsCovenant. The Hebrew brit is a flexible term used of a varietyContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

DISOBEYING GODDeuteronomy 27–28 “Cursed is the man who does not uphold the words of this Law by carrying them out” (Deut. 27:26). A basic principle of the Law Covenant is that obedience brings blessing; disobedience, punishment. How important it is that we understand the tragic consequences of our failure to obey God. OverviewMoses and theContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

OBEYING GODDeuteronomy 21:15–26:19 “The LORD has declared this day that you are His people, His treasured possession as He promised, and that you are to keep all His commands” (Deut. 26:18). Old Testament Law touched on every aspect of the Israelites lifestyle, showing that God was intimately involved in all of the believer’s life onContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”

HONORING GODDeuteronomy 19:1–21:14 “Make its people an offer of peace” (Deut. 20:10). Human life is precious to God. Even in cases where the taking of life is permissible—in executing a murderer and in war—God’s people are to honor the Lord by showing respect for life. Definition of Key TermsMurder. Hebrew makes a distinction between personalContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”