Jesus Christ, the Son of God, lived the only human life in perfect obedience to the Father, in perfect obedience to the law of God. He did this so that He could be not just our substitute, which He was, but also our example, which He was too. Read the following passages: Luke 2.51-52; Philippians 2:8; Hebrews 5:8; … Continue reading –>
There are great benefits to following God’s law, as evidenced in the people whom God prospered. Joshua closely followed God’s precepts and he led the people of Israel well. Time and again, the Lord told Israel that if they obeyed the law, they would prosper. Read 2 Chronicles 31.20-21. What were the key reasons in … Continue reading –>
Throughout the Bible, we hear of other outcomes of knowing – and obeying – God’s law. Read Joshua 1.7-8. What was the Lord saying to Joshua, and how do the principles found there apply to us today? The Lord tells Joshua as he enters into Canaan: “Only be strong and very courageous, that you may … Continue reading –>
When Moses knows he is soon to die, he is profoundly aware of the situation that he will leave behind. He knows that after his death the Israelites will enter into the Promised Land of Canaan. He also knows that they will become rebellious upon reaching their long-sought destination. Read Deuteronomy 31:14-27. What preparations does Moses … Continue reading –>
The book of Deuteronomy contains Moses’ last words to Israel before a new generation, the one that will finally enter the Promised land. But before they do, he has some very clear words and instructions for them. Read Deuteronomy 31:9-13. What does it mean to fear the Lord? God was intentional about the ways that He … Continue reading –>
Sabbath Afternoon Read for This Week’s Study: Deuteronomy 6:5; Deuteronomy 31:9-27; Romans 3:19-23; Revelation 12:17; Revelation 14:12; Mark 6:25-27; Hebrews 5:8. Memory Text: “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength” (Deuteronomy 6:5, NKJV). In warning the Galatians against legalism, Paul wrote: “For if there had been a law given which could … Continue reading –>
Australian Risks All in Africa By Vania Chew Ettienne McClintock, 51, wasn’t taking anything for granted in Ethiopia. The 3ABN Australia radio host was preaching in Shisho, a rural town located 20 miles (35 kilometers) from Awassa, the second-biggest city in Ethiopia, as part of 2019 Total Member Involvement meetings organized by the East-Central Africa … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: Read Ellen G. White, “Preparation,” pages 275-282 in Education; “Cooperation,” pages 283-286 in Education; “Discipline,” pages 287-297 in Education. “Upon fathers as well as mothers rests a responsibility for the child’s earlier as well as its later training, and for both parents the demand for careful and thorough preparation is most urgent. Before taking upon themselves the possibilities of … Continue reading –>
Before the children of Israel were to enter into the Promised Land, Moses spoke to them again, recounting the wonderful ways that the Lord had led them, and he admonished them again and again not to forget what the Lord had done for them. In many ways Deuteronomy was Moses’ last will and testament. And … Continue reading –>
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4). “Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies” (Proverbs 31:10, NKJV). Parents have an awesome responsibility. The father is the head of the family, and the family is the … Continue reading –>
