Podcasts about scripture deuteronomy

On Teachers Appreciation Sunday, we honor the quiet heroes who shape the next generation — our children's Bible class teachers. From Deuteronomy's call to “impress God's Word on our children” to Jesus' command to “let the little children come,” this sermon casts a bold vision: it takes a whole church to raise a child in Christ.Whether you teach, greet, rock a baby in the nursery, or simply show kindness to a child, your role matters more than you realize. Faith is passed down through relationships, and the seeds you plant today can bear fruit for decades.✝️ If you're looking for encouragement, challenge, and a reminder of the eternal impact of teaching and mentoring, this message is for you.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20As we begin a journey through The Season of Creation, we hear Moses invite the people of Israel to “Choose life,” joining in covenant with God, and perhaps with the land which they are to inhabit. How shall we choose life for ourselves but for our world as well? What covenant are we ... Read more The post Choose Life appeared first on Foreside Community Church.

"Loving God with All Your Heart" - The Jesus Creed Series (Week 3) Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 In this third message of our Jesus Creed series, we explored what it means to love God with all our heart—not just emotions, but the command center of our entire being. Drawing from the Hebrew understanding of "heart" as the source of thoughts, emotions, decisions, and character, we discovered both the beauty and challenge of giving God our deepest affections. Key Message: Loving God with all your heart means giving Him the deepest, most central part of who you are—your core identity, your primary affections, and your controlling passions. The message addressed four crucial truths: how our hearts serve as mission control but are under attack from competing loves, why heart transformation requires both divine work and human cultivation, how to engage emotions in faith without being controlled by them, and how a God-centered heart transforms every other relationship and priority. We learned that we cannot simply decide to love God more—we need new hearts that only God can provide. Yet we also have a role in cultivating that love through practices like spending time in God's presence, meditating on His character, and fighting against the competing loves that war for our heart's allegiance. Perfect for: Anyone struggling with divided affections, believers wanting to grow in their love for God, or those wondering how emotions fit into authentic faith. Series Context: This message builds on our exploration of the greatest commandment while setting up future messages on loving God with soul, mind, and strength.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9Message from Brady Bryce, Senior MinisterFor more resources and access to everything we have going on at First, visit https://www.firstabq.org

Co-Pastor Rev. Colin Holtz preached on Aug 31, 2025. Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:14-22 and Luke 14:1,7-14. The Church at Ponce & Highland is a multiracial, pro-LGBTQ, economically diverse, member-led church in intown Atlanta. We value radical inclusivity, thoughtful spirituality, and caring community. To learn more, hit subscribe or visit http://churchatponceandhighland.org/

At the end of the end of the last of Moses' sermons, he says something so simple that it's difficult. Moses starts saying, “I'm offering you this personal relationship with God.” He's saying, “It's not too difficult. It's near you. You don't have to go up to heaven. You don't have to go over the sea.” And actually, people miss this personal relationship with God because it's so simple; the simplicity is its difficulty. We're going to see here, when it comes to this personal, covenant relationship with God, 1) its deceptive ordinariness, 2) its threatening graciousness, and yet 3) its unimaginable promise. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 23, 2007. Series: The New Heart God Gives. Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Clara podcasts solo for this episode and teaches about 3 lessons to learn from 3 passages in the Bible. Share with someone to encourage them today! Scripture: Deuteronomy 342 Kings 6John 4Follow The Wild Youth on IG: @thewildyth SHARE THIS EPISODE WITH A FRIEND + LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! ⭐️⚡️Cover art by the talented Alana Leonard follow her on IG: @alanajl09

When you're about to die, there are no tangents; you get right to the point. You only say the things that are the most important that you've ever learned in your whole life. Here, at the very end of the end of his sermons, at the very end of the book of Deuteronomy, Moses gets to the most crucial things he could possibly tell anyone. Here he gives us the solution to what could be called the ultimate human problem.  So let's ask 1) What's that problem? 2) What's the solution? 3) How do you know if you have it? and 4) If you don't, how can you receive it? This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 16, 2007. Series: The New Heart God Gives. Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:1-10. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

No matter where your kids are in school this year, every mom will take away encouragement and wisdom from this conversation about homeschooling. In this episode, Karen and Emily sit down with Wire Talk producer (and homeschool mom of four) Katie Leipprandt, who shares the truths she's learned over 15 years of parenting and schooling at home. From choosing relationship over results, to leaning on community, to remembering your “why” when days get hard, Katie's wisdom applies to every mom—no matter how your kids are educated.Episode Recap:How did you get started homeschooling? (4:00)I wish someone had told me to prioritize relationship first (7:33)How has your ‘why' changed for your homeschool? (11:30)What does a typical day look like homeschooling four kids? (14:30)How do you differentiate between your “mom hat” and your “teacher hat”? (18:00)What would you say to the homeschool mom who is already overwhelmed? (21:43)How do you teach a child who doesn't want to do the work? (26:32)How do you juggle multiple ages and teach with toddlers? (32:24)What fruit have you seen because of homeschooling? (37:40)What's your encouragement for the homeschool mom this year? (42:40)Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6–7 (NIV) “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”Discussion Questions:What is your “why” for the educational path you've chosen for your children? How can you remind yourself of it on hard days?Katie talked about prioritizing relationships over results. How does that idea challenge or encourage you in your current season?In the early years, expectations for homeschooling (and parenting in general!) can be sky-high. What expectations might you need to lay down to create more peace in your home?What role has community played in your parenting journey? How can you pursue encouragement and support if you're feeling isolated?Katie shared that one of the sweetest fruits of homeschooling has been the bond between her children. What “fruit” do you see or hope to see in your family through the choices you're making now?Resources:Connect with Katie online: www.instagram.com/leipprandt Dumbing Us Down by John Taylor Gatto: https://amzn.to/4fONcrKPurchase Birds on a Wire curricula in the store: https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/available-for-purchase-1Reach out to https://birdsonawiremoms.com/book-karen-to-speak to have Karen come speak in your community!Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms

If the last thing, practically, that Moses said before he died was, “You need to be in a covenant relationship with God,” then it would behoove us to figure out what that is. What is a covenant relationship with God? In Deuteronomy, we have a series of sermons that Moses preached just before he died. And Moses thought a covenant relationship with God was that important — that this would be almost the last thing he said. In this passage, we learn three things: 1) the uniqueness of the covenant, 2) the mystery surrounding the covenant, and 3) the hero of the covenant. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 9, 2007. Series: The New Heart God Gives. Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:2-4, 9-18. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

Evening Service- "Why Does Social Justice Matter?" Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:18 and 24:17

The text for today's message points us to one of the most awesome and challenging truths about God. /// Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4; Mark 1:9-11; 2 Corinthians 13:14 | Speaker: Bro. Danny Nance | Date Recorded: August 24th, 2025 | Running Time: 45:50

Evening Service- "Why Does Social Justice Matter?" Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:18 and 24:17

God, thank you for personally going before me into promised territory. Keywords: Promised land; courage; strong, fear; panic; journey.Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6 Visit www.tsuzanneeller.com/books to find resources to help you grow your faith. 

Remember to Remember, with Rev. Sharon Edwards. Series: Beloved. Belonging. Delightful. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20.Feeling lost or searching for meaning? Join us this Sunday at First Presbyterian, either online or in-person at 8:30 or 10am. We're exploring life's thresholds, embracing doubts, and discovering a spacious faith that welcomes everyone. Come as you are.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend. Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:Worship service, First Presbyterian, spacious Christianity, diversity, radical love, Deuteronomy, Moses, Promised Land, thresholds, liminal spaces, memory, belonging, transition, faithfulness, community support., presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Rev. Sharon Edwards, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:1-11; John 3:14-21 Text: John 3:16 Theme: God's grace is bigger than we often think.

Remember God's past faithfulness, lean on every word He has spoken, and embrace His loving discipline as the path to true spiritual life. Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-10.

SCRIPTURE- Deuteronomy 18:15. "Moses said, The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you. You must listen to him."REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- Harp Instrumental- Piano InstrumentalNOTES-

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4–9, Deuteronomy 4:9, Mark 10:13–16 Pastor Vicki Harrison opens our new series, Faith That Leaves a Legacy, with a powerful message on what it means to pass on our faith to the next generation. She challenges us to think beyond material inheritance and instead consider the spiritual mark we leave on our children, our church, and our community. Drawing from Deuteronomy, Pastor Vicki reminds us that God calls His people to impress His commands on their children—not casually or occasionally, but as part of daily life. In Mark's Gospel, we see Jesus welcome and bless children, making it clear that they matter in the Kingdom of God. The message features a video interview with Miriam Swanson, Global Student Mission Leader and Director of Fusion USA. Miriam shares insight on what young adults today are longing for: not perfect programs, but people. Real connection. Authentic love. Presence over performance. Pastor Vicki reflects on the church's responsibility to walk alongside young people. She shares personal stories, including how difficult it was for her own children to find churches that welcomed them during college. Her reminder is clear: one person showing up can make all the difference. This week's takeaway: the next generation doesn't need another polished event—they need someone who cares. Leaving a spiritual legacy starts with showing up, speaking life, and living the Gospel with humility and love. Discussion Questions What is the role of the church for the next generation? What are some practical steps you can take to reach youth and young adults? What are some challenges the church faces as we seek to reach the next generation? What does it mean that presence is more important than programming? How did Jesus exemplify this? What might we need to let go of in order to reach both the lost and the next generation for Jesus?

Pastor Jordan shares Thursday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:10-12]

Title: The Three Feasts for the New Creation Speaker: Dr. H. T. Spence Event: Sunday Evening Sermon Date: January 26, 2025 Summary: When Moses spoke to the second generation, he only presented three of the seven feasts mentioned in Leviticus 23. We need to see these three feasts and their purpose in our new creation in Christ. Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:16–17 Length:

Religious skeptics in our time, consistently deny objective truth. Making assertions that, “we can't really know who God is, or even if there is only one God”. But looking to the Inerrant and Infallible word of God, we can echo and stand on the words of Isaiah 45:5-6; “I am the Lord, and there is no other, besides me there is no God; I equip you, though you do not know me, that people may know, from the rising of the sun and from the west, that there is none besides me; I am the Lord, and there is no other.”‭‭May you be encouraged and equipped by today's episode, to answer the question “Are there more Gods than one?”Q. Are there more Gods than one?A. There is but one only (Deu 6:4), the living and true God (Jer 10:10).Scripture:Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Isaiah 43:9-12, Psalm 90:2, Jeremiah 10:6-10, Proverbs 26:4-5, Acts 17:22-31PBHB GIVEAWAY: https://www.stayreformed.com/giveawayAdditional References:Buy A Puritan Catechism: ⁠https://a.co/d/esRURdt⁠Read A Puritan Catechism: ⁠https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/cwpr.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOop_iUZJzFz_3HbHFqJUqPMbSUhhfZUx9FY_-KuyKA9_kwqb8Kh6The Second London Baptist Confession (1689): https://founders.org/library-book/1689-confession/https://www.chapellibrary.org/pdf/books/lbcw.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOorAi1b6iCPqv94DjBcMhSSpcDOGwJrb9hXJSlgqxrFSgo9ofc0-Social Media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StayReformedTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/stayreformedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayreformed/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stayreformedpodcast/Website: https://www.stayreformed.com/Email: contact@stayreformed.com

This Sunday, we will reflect on the importance of family and legacy and recall the wise words from Matthew 6:21 (NIV): "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." It is important not to forget the true treasures that make our lives richer—our families and the values we pass down. Let us invest our hearts in what truly matters. If you are new to Community Church, WELCOME! We would love to get to know you. Please fill in the following form and we look forward to connecting with you: https://bit.ly/cc-new-connect You can find all timely and relevant links from this service on https://bit.ly/cc-links You can also find out more about us at https://communitychurch.hk/ ================ This Week's Scripture: // Deuteronomy 6:4–7 // Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Title: The Practical Perspective of Faith Speaker: Dr. H. T. Spence Event: Wednesday Evening Sermon Date: November 20, 2024 Summary: We have come to a generation even in Christianity where biblical faith is no longer evident. This is one of the greatest needs at this time: a faith in God and His Word. Otherwise, the faith will be in self and pride. Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:20; Habakkuk 2:4; Hebrews 11:6 Length:

Pastor Jordan shares Thursday's devotional podcast from Bible Fellowship Church. [Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29] Taken from Everyone's A Theologian by RC Sproul. 

Welcome to the Kids Ministry and Leadership Podcast. This month we are delving deep into Navigating a Seismic Generational Shift looks like and how the world today is undergoing profound shifts, and with each new generation, the landscape of ministry is changing rapidly. Show notes for this ep will be below.Check us out!WebsiteInstagramGeneration Alpha, children born between 2010 and 2024, are growing up in an age of technology, secularism, and increasing global connectivity. For church leaders, this "seismic generational shift" presents both challenges and opportunities. ………………………………………1. Understanding the Emerging Generation AlphaBefore diving into specific strategies, it is essential to first understand who Generation Alpha is. This group is vastly different from previous generations, shaped by technologies that were only imagined just a decade ago. Scripture: Psalm 78:6 - "So that the next generation would know, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children."………………………………………2. The Secularization Challenge and the Christian ResponseSecularism is nothing new, but it has accelerated at a staggering pace among younger generations, particularly in the West. Scripture: Romans 1:20 - "For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse."………………………………………3. Family as the Core of Faith FormationAt the heart of faith formation lies the family. However, modern families are under pressure, and many parents feel ill-equipped to disciple their children. Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7 - "These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children."………………………………………4. Navigating Technology with a Biblical WorldviewTechnology is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it provides unprecedented opportunities for connection, learning, and creativity. Scripture: Psalm 145:4 - "One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts."………………………………………5. Cultivating a Biblical Identity Amidst Secular InfluenceIn a world where secular ideologies increasingly dominate the cultural landscape, Generation Alpha is growing up with conflicting messages about identity, truth, and purpose. Scripture: Romans 12:2 - "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."………………………………………ConclusionAs we face this seismic generational shift, church leaders must approach ministry with wisdom, flexibility, and deep reliance on biblical truth. Closing Scripture: Hebrews 13:8 - "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever."

As we wrap up 2024 and prepare for a new year, we're diving into the story of King Josiah in 2 Kings 22-23—a story of rediscovering the Word of God and reigniting a nation's faith. Pastor Steve challenges us to reflect on our relationship with God's Word and how it can transform our lives in 2025.Through humor, personal stories, and scripture, this message reminds us: • The Word of God cleanses and renews us (Ephesians 5:26-27). • Faith grows stronger when we commit to daily time in Scripture (Deuteronomy 6:4-9). • The Bible is not just a book—it's living and active, equipping us to face life's challenges (Hebrews 4:12).If you're ready to take a step deeper in your faith, consider joining one of our Bible Recap groups launching this January. Together, we'll read through the Bible in a year and encourage one another along the way.Challenge for 2025: Make a commitment—not just a resolution—to let God's Word shape your heart, your life, and your faith.

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For 52 weeks I will introduce you to the many names and titles of God. The goal is to learn about his nature and to encourage your faith. Week 36: Jehovah El Rachum The Lord God who is merciful). Scripture: Deuteronomy‬ ‭4‬:‭31‬, God Over Everything T-Shirts https://www.bonfire.com/god-over-everything160-8/

This week we are concluding our sermon series, “Called: The Story of Moses.” Over these last five-weeks we have looked at the life of Moses from birth until death. Tune in this week as Pastor Chris Jones ends this series with the message, “Pass It On and Don't Forget It!” Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7, 20-24; 6:4-5; 34:1-5, 9

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-7 & 20-25 The Book of Deuteronomy is Moses' final speech to the Hebrew people before he passes on the leadership of Israel to Joshua and succumbs to death. In this last lecture, Moses recounts all that has happened, the entire faith journey that the Israelites have been on, all that God has done. And his imperative to the people is to pass it on. As we honored our 50-year members and celebrated confirmation, we were mindful of those who had passed the faith on to us and challenged to continue this work no matter where we found ourselves. How can you pass on the faith this week? Connect with the Canton UMC!

Sunday, September 1, 2024 Series: "What Does the Bible Say About?" Tile: "What Does the Bible Say About Immigration?" Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-13 (CEB) By: Rev. Steve Price Bulletin https://trinitygnv.org/s/Sunday-Bulletin-09-01-24-93011AM-d9al.pdf Scripture https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Deuteronomy%2026%3A1-13&version=CEB To support the ongoing ministries of Trinity, consider making a gift here: https://pushpay.com/g/trinitygnv?src=hpp For more information, go to https://trinitygnv.org/

God, help me to show your heart of compassion to someone today. Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:18Best of, Summer

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6; Series: A Man After God's Glory; Speaker: Monte French, Senior Minister

Scripture - Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Matthew 19:13-15

In this episode, I speak with Wife, Homeschool Mom, Seminary Graduate, Pharmacist, Professor, and YouTuber Jill Bennett on Biblical Reasons to Homeschool. Jill is passionate about teaching people God's Word. Her online ministry, Graceful Answers Ministries, focuses on bridging the cultural, language, time, and geographical gap between their world and our own. She also teaches apologetics (defending your faith) and hermeneutics (how to study the Bible properly). Listen as Jill shares how teaching your children to navigate the world is nessessary and Biblical. When parents model the goodness of God, they are training their children in the way they should go. She relays that prayer should be normalized, Bible Study gives a foundation, rest is essential, and those 5 minutes matter.    Find Jill:  @ Graceful Answers Ministries / makes sure Join her live Bible study Tuesday nights at 8pm EST.    Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9 These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.  Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.   Isaiah 54:14 In righteousness you will be established Tyranny will be far from you; you will have nothing to fear. Terror will be far removed; it will not come near you.   Genesis 18:19 For I have chosen him, so that he will direct his children and his household after him to keep the way of the Lord by doing what is right and just, so that the Lord will bring about for Abraham what he has promised him.”   Proverbs 1:8-9 Listen, my son, to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.   Proverbs 22:6 Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.   2 Timothy 3: 16-17 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God[a]may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.   Philippians 4:7-9 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.  Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.   Additional Scripture: Mark 12:31, Deuteronomy 4-6, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 1:1-2   REGISTER @ CFLEX Academy Arts Enrichment   Listen to our sister podcast:  Abundantly Rooted   Other Resourses: Join the Abundantly Rooted Life Community email to receive encouragement and updates   Grab your Artza Subscription Box and bring home a bit of Israel.  use promo code: ARTZAKRISTINARISINGER for 25% off   Check out our Linktree   Get the Books:  Life After Losing A Loved One: How to Turn Grief Into Hope Strength and Purpose Adventures of LiLy and Izzy Bee: The Imagination Journey 

This sermon is from our first Sunday service in July, which was not streamed. We pray you enjoy the message. Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Crown Ministries International. The place where everybody is somebody, and God is ALL. We pray you have a royal worship experience with The Lord, as you are watch this rebroadcast. Speaker: Bishop Jonathan Shaw Sermon: "A Voucher Of Victory" Scripture: Deuteronomy 20:1 Date: Julu 7, 2024 STAY CONNECTED WITH CROWN:  Subscribe to our YouTube page, and hit that

God, I'm no longer wandering, but making my home in you. Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:7Keywords: Purpose; wandering; home; security; safety; identity. Best of, Summer.

Daily Dose of Hope June 24, 2024 Day 2 of Week 13   Scripture:  Deuteronomy 32-34; Psalm 13; Luke 13   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church Daily Bible Reading plan.  Today, we conclude the book of Deuteronomy.  Good job, everyone!  It's been a journey walking through this Scripture.  I would love to hear some of your big takeaways from this book.   It's chapter 32 and it's time for Moses to step aside and allow God to commission Joshua for the job of leading the Israelites into the promised land.  (Just FYI...Moses was forty years old when he left Egypt and fled for Midian, eighty years old at the time of the exodus, and now he is one hundred twenty years old as the people are about to enter Canaan.)  Over the years, Moses was an effective leader for the people, essentially a mouthpiece for God in many ways.  The people knew him and listened to him.  Thus, it was so important for the people to repeatedly hear that Joshua was God's chosen successor for Moses and that God would offer Joshua divine presence and protection.  A change in leadership can be difficult and this was a big one!  The people had been following Moses for forty years.  He had carried them through some pretty tough situations, usually of their own making.  Now, it's Joshua's time to lead.  We don't get much insight into what Joshua is thinking but my guess is he's a little nervous and also a little excited.  The shoes he is filling are big, the job is very important, and let's be honest, the people are difficult.  While he knew this would be his destiny for years, it's different when it's finally right before him.    In chapter 33, God gives Moses his final instructions before the torch is passed to Joshua and Moses passes away.  He is to teach the people the words to a song (32:1-33) which was intended to serve as a witness to the covenant that God was entering into with the people.  This was a normal element in mid-east treaties.  What God was agreeing to was available for all to see.  The song also would serve as a reminder for the people of what they agreed to and it was intended to be repeated and sung for years to come.  Moses gathers the people to teach them the song and tells them to take the words of the song, as well as the whole law, to heart.  He stresses, "these are not just idle words for you-they are your life."  The people needed to live and breathe these words because they represented their relationship with God.  If the words were not on the forefront of their mind, then they would drift and fall out of covenant.  Truly, these words were life for them.  I couldn't help but think about how we also have access to God's Word through Scripture.  The words of the Bible are not idle words but truly life for us.  It's through God's Word that we get to know God and hear his voice. When we fail to read Scripture regularly, then we also are tempted to drift away and break covenant with God.  How important it is to stay connected to the words of life and allow them to soak down deep within us. Moses' final act before death was to bestow blessings on the tribes of Israel.  He has led these people for forty years.  I'm sure his emotions were strong as he spoke these blessings to the people he shepherded and loved.  Bestowing blessings before death was a common tradition at the time.  Think of Jacob and Esau competing for their father's blessing on his deathbed.  There was some prophetical element to the blessings but also Moses was sharing his own thoughts about each tribe as he blesses them.  These are words the people can hold onto and remember as they transition to a new place and way of life.  It's always been interesting to me what famous people say on their deathbed.  In mid-east tradition, it was important to impart blessings on those you love most.  In Western tradition, we tend to focus on the final words spoken by a person.  John Wesley's last words were, “Best of all, God is with us.”  What an amazing legacy to leave.  D.L. Moody's last words are reported to be, “If God be your partner, make your plans large.”  Regardless of what one's final words are, they are only important if one has lived life well.  Living well often leads to dying well.  If we live in the knowledge of God's saving grace, then we also can die in the knowledge of God's saving grace. Chapter 34 is the final chapter of the book of Deuteronomy.  Moses has seen the people tot  he edge of the promised land, he has ensured that the covenant between the people and God has been renewed, and he has commissioned Joshua to succeed him.  He is ready to die in peace.  This chapter speaks to the love the people have for Moses.  But it also speaks to the kind of man that Moses was and the Godly life he led.  The Scripture states that no prophet has risen up that did the mighty things that Moses did.  He lived life boldly, obediently, and got to experience the wondrous deeds of God.  Moses had an incredible legacy. I often say that at the end of our lives, only three things matter: who we've loved, who's loved us, and what we have done for the Lord.  Moses came to the end of his life and did well in each of those categories.  What about your life?  Is there an area that needs work? Will you have regrets or be satisfied and thankful?  As we close out the book of Deuteronomy, take some time to reflect on these questions.  What kind of legacy will you leave? Take some time to read the psalm and Luke 13.  I'm not going into great depth about them because I feel like this Deuteronomy passage leaves us a lot to reflect on and pray about. Blessings to all of you, Pastor Vicki  

Daily Dose of Hope June 23, 2024 Day 1 of Week 13   Scripture:  Deuteronomy 27-31; Luke 12   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Bible reading plan.  We are starting week 13 today!  Can you believe it?  I am learning so much.  I hope you are too.  Give me an occasional message – I love your feedback.  Let's start with Deuteronomy.  We are covering chapters 27-31 today.   Chapter 27 details the curses that will come to the Israelites if they deliberately sin against the Lord.  The curses range from idolatry to leading the blind astray.  These were sins against God and others.  Chapter 28 details the blessings that will come upon the Israelites if they obey the laws that God has given them. It also lists the curses that will come upon them if they fail to obey the laws and uphold their side of the covenant.  God would reveal himself through the people of Israel.  He would do this by blessing them so much that the rest of the world would know God blessed them or he would curse them so much that the rest of the world would know God cursed them.  One way or another, God would be revealed.    While we live on the other side of the cross under a new covenant, God still wants to reveal himself to us. We see the hand of God in so many things: a sunset, answered prayer, a strong conviction, a word from God as we pray or read Scripture, or simply his supernatural comfort and presence.  How has God revealed himself to you this week?  Make sure you share this with at least one other person in your life.   Chapter 29 talks about the assembly.  It's described with unusual fullness-the leaders, chief men, elders, officials, other men of Israel, wives, children, and even foreigners. Everybody was included in the covenant.  Yes, the covenant was meant to be for the whole body but it also included individual people from all walks of life.  They all were committing to a covenant renewal with God, just as they were on the cusp of moving into the promised land.  Remember, the original covenant was made at Horeb with their parents.  That wasn't sufficient.  This new generation needed to commit themselves to the Lord and recognize their own responsibility in the covenant.   God doesn't have grandchildren, only children.  This passage reminds me of this truth.  Our children must make a commitment to God on their own, they must have their own faith. They cannot ride on our coattails.  The new generation of Jews heading into Canaan had to make anew commitment to God on their own, just as our children must make a commitment to God in their own right.  There are some religions in which you are born into that tradition. While you might be born into a Christian family, you aren't born a Christian. Rather, it's a decision that each individual must make on their own.  Will I follow the Lord or will I not?  I can't make thatcommitment for my kids anymore than you can make that commitment for yours. How are you encouraging the next generation of young people to follow Jesus?  Is there a young person in your life that you currently pray for and disciple? What specific actions do weas a church need to make to lead children and young adults into a life of faith?   Okay, let's talk about Luke 12. There is a lot of great stuff in this chapter and we could probably go into depth with each section.  But I thought we could talk about the section on worry.  I actually have several of these verses printed out and hanging in my bathroom so I can read them every day, multiple times a day.   What is it about us and worry?  I have struggled with worry and anxiety for most of my life!  I finally had to admit to myself that worrying is lack of trust in God.  After all, God loves me and God has promised to care for me.  He cares for the birds of the fields; certainly he cares for me.  This doesn't mean things will always go my way.   Nor does it absolve me of responsibility in life.  I still need to work hard and get things done.  But I can know that I know that God is with me and God wants to take care of my needs.    For me, I've found the antidote to worry is prayer.  Pray often, pray fervently, pray sincerely.  I go through a visual exercise of giving my worry to Jesus.  Sometimes I hand it right to Jesus.  Other times, I lay it at the foot of the cross.  Then, I have to make the decision to not pick it back up.  It takes discipline to give our worry to Jesus; I've had to practice this many times.  But it's life-changing.  When I give my worry to Jesus, I know it's in good hands.  And worry no longer steals my joy and monopolizes my thinking.  I am free, knowing the God's got this.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

In this episode, I speak with Heartfelt and Empathetic Writer, Speaker, and Grief Coach who longs to meet and encourage others in their pain, Lea Turner on Having the Freedom to Feel. Listen as Lea shares her story of loss, family addiction, loved ones with cancer, and home tragedy. Lea reflects on how Jesus is always up to something and how He never leaves us or forsakes us.   Find Lea:  at her website and on Instagram @ leajturner   Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8 The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”   Joshua 1:5 No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsakeyou.   Additional Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Genesis 28:15, Psalm 94:14   Listen to our sister podcast:  Abundantly Rooted   Other Resourses: Join the Abundantly Rooted Life Community email to receive encouragement and updates   Grab your Artza Subscription Box and bring home a bit of Israel.  use promo code: ARTZAKRISTINARISINGER for 25% off   Check out our Linktree   Get the Books:  Life After Losing A Loved One: How to Turn Grief Into Hope Strength and Purpose Adventures of LiLy and Izzy Bee: The Imagination Journey 

God, open my eyes to see that one like you do. Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:18Keywords: God's heart; justice; stranger; widow; orphan; immigrant; refugee; safety.