Truth 101 Class

  Deuteronomy 6:10-25 warn Israel against forgetting the LORD after they receive the great cities, houses, cisterns, vineyards, and olive trees in the Promised Land - things they did not build, fill, dig, or plant. They are to fear God and keep His commandments. For the Law teaches how to live as God's covenant people, freed from slavery.  Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 10-12 What achievements or blessings have I received that I should remember as coming from God rather than from my own efforts? Verses 13-19 NOTE:  The story of Israel testing God at Massah is recorded in Exodus 17:1-7. Jesus quoted verses 13 and 16 when He was tempted by Satan in the wilderness (ref. Matthew 4:1-11 and Luke 4:1-13). Unlike Israel, Jesus did not fall into sin and disobedience.  So, how can I learn from Jesus's example when fighting temptation? Verses 20-25 How would I answer if I were asked to explain the meaning of...

  Deuteronomy 6:1-9 contain the shema (or "hear").  Verses 1-3 exhort Israel to fear the LORD and keep His commandments to ensure their well-being and increase in numbers in the Land, according to the covenant promises. Verses 4-5 declare that there is only one true God, and they were to love Him with their whole being.  Verses 6-9 show that wholehearted obedience comes through teaching and keeping God's word in all of life. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-3 Why is fearing God and keeping His commandments key to well-being and receiving God's promises? Verses 4-5 What does it mean for me to love God with all my heart, soul, and might? Verses 6-9 How do I keep God's word in every part of my life? For music inspired by the Shema, following is a link to a YouTube video: "Shema O Israel" by Timeless Hebrew Tunes: Link