by gatzntmy | Dec 12, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 19, where God says to appoint cities of refuge for murders who unintentionally killed someone, and crimes require more than one witness with lying witnesses being punished. Today I considered that God considers the heart of a person...
by gatzntmy | Dec 11, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 18, explaining the portion for the priests, warning not to do pagan practices, and predicting the Messiah. Today I considered that the coming of Christ Jesus is repeatedly mentioned in the Bible and this passage says to accept his teachings....
by gatzntmy | Dec 10, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 17, which tells us God’s rules for justice included having multiple witnesses and that God required kings to not use their position to increase wealth or put themselves above those they rule. Today I considered that God expects rulers to not...
by gatzntmy | Dec 9, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 16, reminding the Israelites to observe the Passover, feast of weeks, and feast of tabernacles, and also have fair judges and officers. Today I considered that God wants us to remember the things God has done and continues to do for us. Three...
by gatzntmy | Dec 6, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 15, about the seventh years or sabbath years of release including release from debt and freeing Hebrew slaves. The Israelites were also instructed to yearly offer the male firstlings of their flock to God. Today I considered that sometimes...
