The old man begins to speak, his voice strong and resonant. Everyone can hear him clearly. No one needs to strain. The atmosphere is electric with excitement—you’re finally going to enter the Promised Land! Yet the reality of this being the old man’s Swan Song covers everything with a wet blanket. No one speaks or… Continue reading Deuteronomy 1: 5-6a: Reflection, Not Condemnation
Category: Devotionals
Deuteronomy 1:1-4: A Gift and An Opportunity
Over the horizon you gaze at The Promised Land. As the sun stretches across this little piece of Heaven, what do you see? It’s okay to look. Drink in the vista. Can you see the trees and vines laden with fruit? And the dark soil, rich with nutrients—anticipating its next crop? Can you sense the… Continue reading Deuteronomy 1:1-4: A Gift and An Opportunity
Transition: A Call To Complete Devotion, Intro. To Deuteronomy, part 2
As your leader takes a drink of water and prepares for his first discourse, you gaze at the people around you. These are your people. Your family. The seeds of your new nation. As you look in their eyes, you see a reflection of your own emotions: anticipation, excitement, fear, and grief. Everyone has lost… Continue reading Transition: A Call To Complete Devotion, Intro. To Deuteronomy, part 2
Transition: On the Banks of The River, Intro. To Deuteronomy, part 1
The sun is mercilessly beating down on you as you stand on the banks of the river. A bead of sweat runs down the back of your neck, but you don't notice. Nor do you notice the people passing by or those swinging on the rope, plunging into the water. All your attention is riveted to… Continue reading Transition: On the Banks of The River, Intro. To Deuteronomy, part 1