Deuteronomy 7:1-8
Because the Lord Loves You
The day I typed this sermon started out, as always, with my morning Bible reading. A part of what I read was Deuteronomy 28. In that passage is the woeful reminder to Israel of what got them into the pickle they were in when exiled to Babylon, and then what got them into the pickle they have been in for the past two thousand years.… Read the rest
Deuteronomy 6:16-25
Then It Will Be Righteousness for Us
Our verses today speak of righteousness. So far in the books of Moses, the noun “righteousness” has only been seen three times in Genesis. The noun “righteous” has been used several times in Leviticus and once in Deuteronomy, but that speaks of something that is just, right, or fair.… Read the rest
Deuteronomy 6:6-15
Beware, Lest You Forget the Lord
In the passage today, Moses will carefully instruct Israel on the Source of the good things they will receive. In this, there will be no place for boasting in their own greatness. What is coming will be handed to them on a silver platter, and all they have to do is take it, and then remember where the goodness they have came from.… Read the rest
Deuteronomy 6:1-5
The Lord Our God, The Lord is One
There are memorable passages in Scripture that are an absolute delight to arrive at and analyze. And then, to say, “I have preached on that verse (or passage)” is one of the greatest honors that I will ever carry with me.… Read the rest
Deuteronomy 5:23-33
Now, Therefore, Why Should We Die?
In today’s passage, the leaders of the people – having received the Ten Commandments and knowing that more laws are coming – present themselves to Moses. They have seen the terrifying display of sight and sound, and they no longer want to experience it.… Read the rest
