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...
by gatzntmy | Dec 5, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 14, where the Israelites are instructed on animals they can and cannot eat and how to tithe. The Israelites ate the tithe before God but gave it away in the third year. Today I considered it very interesting that tithing is about spending time...
by gatzntmy | Dec 4, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read Deuteronomy 13, where the Israelites are warned against idolatry being influenced and encouraged by leaders, family, friends and community members. Today I considered that God warns us to be careful of those around us and the world trying to turn us from...