Deuteronomy 9-11 = Today's thought

Deuteronomy 9-11 = Today's thought

 

Moses continues to give direction to Israel, preparing them for their entrance into the Promised Land. Moses is quick to remind them however that as they proceed into the Promised Land that they not become arrogant as they see the miraculous victories that they witness God do before them.  Moses reminds them that they are a wicked people, undeserving of what the Lord has done for them and if they turn from God they will face certain consequence and destruction.  In chapter 11 Moses reaffirms what he instructed in chapter 6 that is that the Israelites must be careful not to be enticed by other gods,  he tells them again the way to do this is to : Fix the words of God upon their hearts and minds, tie them on their hands and forehead, teach them when you sit at home, when you travel, when you chat, when you lie down, when you get up (getting the picture here) put them on your homes and on your doorposts.  He says this so the days of their children will be many in the land that God is giving them.  Their faithfulness is a condition of this blessing, not of their relationship with God but definitely with the blessing of the Promised Land being a place of blessing and prosperity. 

 

Think of this application in our own lives, Where are our other gods, what do we teach in our homes, as we sit, chat, watch TV, travel.  What do we adorn our homes with, our bodies with,  is Gods word taught in the way we live our lives.  Is watching us making it easier for our children (those watching us) to see a people living in a right relationship with their God. It is easy to read these stories and be critical.  Introspection based on these stories however often has some sobering realities of its own.

 

What is on your life, your home, what are you communicating through your life and actions.  Is God able to bless the life you are living?

 

Have a great day,

Rob