Deuteronomy Archives

By the Mouth of Two or Three Witnesses (Deuteronomy 19)

There are hidden gems in this section, with relevance that may surprise many Christians. Laws regarding just punishment for crimes such as manslaughter dispel the popular idea that “all sins are the same” in the eyes of God. Directives to maintain the ancient boundaries remind us that the faith handed down by Jesus and the

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When You Go to War (Deuteronomy 20)

Old Testament instructions on conducting war might seem irrelevant to Christians seeking to follow Jesus' teachings on peace and nonresistance. However, they contain valuable lessons that can be applied to the spiritual warfare we engage in every day. In this message, we look at practical applications for us and consider a hidden gem in Moses'

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Should Christians Support Modern Israel's Wars? (Deuteronomy 20, Pt. 2)

Many Christians are taught that we should automatically support the modern state of Israel in its wars in the Middle East. While Bible passages are cited to support this position, is that actually what the Scriptures teach? In this message, we explore relevant passages from the Old and New Testaments to understand how the Lord

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Anyone Hung on a Tree is Cursed (Deuteronomy 21)

Here we encounter an extraordinary prophecy about Jesus, later quoted by Paul in Galatians. It reveals the cursed way in which Jesus would die: as a criminal, suspended (hung) on a tree. This manner of His death has been a major stumbling block to the Jews. However, it reminds us that each disciple must take

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Don't Plow with a Bull and a Donkey Together (Deuteronomy 22:1-12)

What do wandering donkeys, men's clothing, deck railings, and animal selection for plowing have in common? Is this chapter in Deuteronomy filled with obsolete Old Testament rules? You may be surprised by the spiritual (and extremely practical) gems we uncover in this lesson, including the kindness of God, our identities as men and women, the

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Keep Your Vows to the Lord (Deuteronomy 22:13-23:24)

In the Law, Moses said that God’s people must keep any vows they made to the Lord. Jesus would raise this to an even higher standard of integrity: we must always keep our word. Our ‘yes’ must be ‘yes’. This may be one of the most challenging of Jesus’ teachings to follow. In this lesson, we

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Divorce and Remarriage (Deuteronomy 24:1-4)

In this lesson, we review what Moses taught in the Law regarding divorce and remarriage, and how Jesus later changed that. For many Christians today, this may be the most controversial and misunderstood of all Jesus' kingdom teachings. We also look at how Christians in the first three centuries understood and applied these teachings, and

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The Kindness of God (Deuteronomy 24:5-22)

Here, in the heart of the Old Testament, we see God's compassionate nature. This provides a clear picture of the importance of what Jesus called "the second greatest commandment". We also consider the important biblical principle that fathers will not be punished for the sins of their sons, nor will sons be punished for the

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Do Not Muzzle the Ox (Deuteronomy 25)

This chapter introduces a surprising range of topics. They include classic ‘Eastern’ or allegorical style prophecies that foreshadow: Jesus on the cross, victory over Satan, and the basis for providing financial support to those in ministry. We also uncover a detail that could shed light on a question Christians have raised through the ages: “Why

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One Final Commandment in the Law (Deuteronomy 26)

The last rule given by Moses is to protect them from dangers associated with prosperity. After they enter Canaan, they are to set aside special offerings from the firstfruits of the land. The Lord knows that material prosperity will tempt His people to forget Him, leading them to become prideful and self-reliant. We then consider

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