The final blessing of Moses includes the following thoughts: The law was given by God to Israel as a blessing, Each tribe received a special blessing, Israel will live in safety, in a land of grain and new wine, Their enemies will submit to them and they shall be saved by the Lord! As the … Continue reading Moses’ Final Blessing and Death (Deuteronomy 33 & 34)
Joshua the New Leader of Israel (Deuteronomy 31:1 – 13)
Moses is 120 years old at the time of this Scripture. Also, God told Moses that he would not be allowed to enter the Promised Land due to his disobedience. The Lord would be crossing over the Jordan before the children of Israel. He would destroy the nations from before them, and the Israelites would … Continue reading Joshua the New Leader of Israel (Deuteronomy 31:1 – 13)
A New Prophet Like Moses (Deuteronomy 18:15 – 22)
Moses has rehearsed the history of Israel's departure from Egypt, their trek through the desert, their disobedience at the entrance to the Promised Land, and their 40-year death march through the wilderness leading up to this moment. He has reviewed the law, the feasts, and the call to righteousness. Now, Moses declares that a prophet … Continue reading A New Prophet Like Moses (Deuteronomy 18:15 – 22)
The Inaugaration of Joshua (Numbers 27:12 – 23)
The Lord told Moses that he should go up on Mount Abarim and view the promised land, because he was about to die. Because of his disobedience at Meribah in striking the rock instead of speaking to it, Moses would not be allowed to enter the promised land. The Lord instructed him to inaugurate a … Continue reading The Inaugaration of Joshua (Numbers 27:12 – 23)