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An Altar at Jordan and Joshua’s Goodbye (Joshua 22:10 – 23:16)

Someone among the children of Israel on the west side of the Jordan River noticed that the tribes on the east side had built an altar at the Jordan River frontier.  They reported it to Phinehas the priest, who took representatives of all the tribes and arrayed in battle formation to go to war against … Continue reading An Altar at Jordan and Joshua’s Goodbye (Joshua 22:10 – 23:16)

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Love, Obedience, and Worship (Deuteronomy 11:1 – 12:28)

God instructs the people of Israel to obey the commandments of the Lord again.  However, in this instance, God specifically calls out the adults, the parents, and lets them know of their responsibility which stems from the fact that they have seen God's miraculous provision and His chastening.  He tells of the fruitful, lush nature … Continue reading Love, Obedience, and Worship (Deuteronomy 11:1 – 12:28)

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The Blessings of Obedience (Deuteronomy 7:12 – 8:20)

God's blessings were promised to those who keep God's commandments.  The promises God granted were: love, blessings, fruitfulness in childbearing, gardening, cattle, etc.  God also promised to keep barrenness, sickness, and disease from them.  He promised to lay them on their enemies, and give Israel victory in battler. He further promised them victory over all … Continue reading The Blessings of Obedience (Deuteronomy 7:12 – 8:20)

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God’s Chosen People Should Obey (Deuteronomy 6:10 – 7:11)

God warns Israel to not forget the Lord when they come into the blessed place.  What a great admonition!  God is letting the children of Israel know that He gladly blesses them, but they should not forget the source of those blessings.  They should remember the deliverance from Egypt, and the commandments of God unto … Continue reading God’s Chosen People Should Obey (Deuteronomy 6:10 – 7:11)