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Deuteronomy 11

What God did (1–7). Moses reminded the people of God’s past mercies by using the phrase “what He did” five times. They did not win the battle in their own strength; God gave the victory. Note that Moses selected two examples of God’s judgment, one from outside the nation (Egypt) and one from within the nation (the rebellion of Dathan and Abiram). The second is more dangerous than the first (Acts 20:28–30).

What God asks (8–21). He asks that His people obey Him because their obedience is their strength and life (vv. 8–9). They could not prosper in the land without God’s constant care and blessing (Matt. 6:33). The Word in the heart will control the hand, the eyes and the tongue and will protect and direct the household (vv. 18–19).

What God promises (22–32). God’s “I will” is all the promise we need! If we choose to obey, God will bless, even though we may experience trials and burdens. If we choose to disobey, God will still keep His promise and chasten us. If we love Him (vv. 1, 13, 22), we will obey Him, and in that obedience is life.

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