Truth 101 Class

  Deuteronomy 9:13-29 contain Moses' crucial intercession to prevent Israel's destruction due to God's wrath over their sin with the golden calf. These verses also include other examples of Israel's stubborn rebellion: Teberah (Numbers 11:1-3): Complaints that led to the fire of the LORD burning among them Massah (Exodus 17:1-7): Testing the LORD with quarrels and grumbling about water Kibroth-hattaavah (Numbers 11:4-34): Food cravings and greed over the quail God provided Kadesh-barnea (Numbers 13-14): Rebellion against entering the Promised Land. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 13-14 How does sin affect my relationship with God? Verses 15-21 These verses describe Moses' reaction to Israel's rebellion against the LORD.  How do I respond when I see sin within the Church? Verses 22-24 What can I learn from my own history of rebellion against God? Verses 25-29 Following Moses' example, how...

  Deuteronomy 9:1-12 emphasize that it is God's faithfulness to the covenant and His righteousness in punishing the wicked that will enable Israel to defeat the mighty nations in the Promised Land.  Israel is warned against a proud heart and reminded of their stubborn rebellion from the time they left Egypt to now. Even at Horeb or Mount Sinai, when God was giving them the Commandments, they had made the graven image of a golden calf (ref. Exodus 32).  Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-3 These verses say "today" or "now" is the time when the long-awaited promise of the Land is to be fulfilled. What should I remember when facing something I have long anticipated, know will change my life, but have substantial concerns about? Verses 4-6 These verses remind Israel three times that they are being given the Land NOT because of their righteousness.  How might this also be a warning to me about having...

  Deuteronomy 8:11-20 warn against pride and forgetting the LORD in times of prosperity.  Instead, the people are to remember that God delivers, protects, and provides. They are again urged to remain obedient and not follow other gods. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 11-18 What are some ways I can avoid lifting my heart up in pride and instead remember the LORD? Verses 19-20 Matthew 6:24 warns, "No one can serve two masters...You cannot serve God and money."  What are some consequences when wealth becomes an idol?