Truth 101 Class

  Deuteronomy 15:12-23 provide instructions on: The release of bondservants (vv.12-18) - see also Exodus 21:1-6; Leviticus 25:39-46 The offering first-born animals (vv.19-23) - see also Exodus 13:1-2 Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 12-18 How can remembering God's example of graciousness and redemption affect how I treat others? Why should we choose to be bondservants of the LORD forever? Verses 19-23 In what areas might I be holding back from giving God my first or best?

  Deuteronomy 15:1-11 instruct Israel to cancel debts every seven years. This Sabbatical year proclaims the LORD's release and blessings. Obedience to the LORD would enable Israel to care for their poor and avoid dependence on other nations. Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when studying this passage: Verses 1-6 Israel was instructed to cancel financial debts, and our debts due to sin have been cancelled through Christ's work on the cross. What does this reveal to me about our LORD? Verses 7-11 Jesus also said the poor will always be among us ( Matthew 26:11; Mark 14:7; John 12:8 ). What do verses 7-11 teach us about having a heart of compassion toward the poor?