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I Will Raise Up a Prophet Like Moses (Deuteronomy 18, Pt. 1 of 2)

This lesson introduces one of the most spectacular prophecies of the Old Testament: in the future, the Lord would raise up a prophet like Moses. While this prophecy is mentioned in the New Testament, very few Christians today grasp its significance. In this first of two parts, we discuss how it foretells Jesus bringing new

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Instructions for Future Rulers (Deuteronomy 17)

Here the Lord made provision for the time in the future when Israel would desire to have a strong ruler over them, to be “as all the rest of the nations”. Those instructions are key to understanding the later downfall of the Jewish kingdom and provide practical guidance for us today. We also explore passages

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Do Not Show Partiality (Deuteronomy 16:18-22)

In this passage, Moses instructs the people to appoint judges over them who "shall not show partiality." Such a simple character quality that is sadly missing in so many church leaders! We address what impartial judgment looks like, and the damage to the church when leaders show partiality (and fail to address sin in the

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Challenges (and Blessings) of Free Will

How do we respond when people we love make bad decisions? Do we become angry? Anxious? Give in to despair? In this short lesson, we confront a profound truth: God is not controlling or coercive. Instead, out of His great love and respect, He gives each of us freedom to make our own decisions. Grasping

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Three Major Feasts Each Year (Deuteronomy 15:19-16:17)

In the Law of Moses, all men are required each year to "appear before the Lord" during three annual Feasts: Unleavened Bread (or Passover), Harvest (or Pentecost), and Ingathering (or Tabernacles). All three play a significant role in the New Testament ministry of Jesus and the apostles. Remarkably, these feasts, which God commands the Israelites

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Tithing and Being Generous (Deuteronomy 14:22-15:18)

The Jews were commanded to give a tithe. Should Christians give 10% of their income to the Church? We look at God's expectations for His people around giving (in both the Old and New Testaments), with insights from early Christians as to the kind of generous heart Jesus wants His followers to have! Teaching Notes

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For Every Careless Word

Do you consider what you say to be a salvation issue? Jesus did! In this lesson, we address one of the most practical aspects of living as a Christian: our speech. Buckle up! This may be one of the most practical and challenging lessons published on this website. Teaching Notes By Every Careless Word -

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Clean and Unclean Animals (Deuteronomy 14:1-21)

Should Christians today care about the distinction between the clean animals (which could be eaten by Jews) vs. the unclean animals (which could not)? Several passages in the New Testament explain that we are no longer bound by these rules. However, early Christians saw in them foreshadowings of important truths that continue. In this lesson,

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The Life of Joseph: Character Lessons and Foreshadowings of Christ

This lesson looks at two tremendous character traits of Joseph (Genesis 37-50): his high standard of purity, and his ability (through years of mistreatment) to see God's hand work good out of evil. We are also inspired by the Genesis account of Joseph's life, the details which foreshadow Jesus' betrayal, death, and resurrection. Teaching Notes

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Beware of False Prophets (Deuteronomy 13)

Throughout the Scriptures, we are warned that false prophets and teachers will seek to deceive God's people. Despite these warnings, why do most Christians think this will not happen in their own church? Understanding these Old and New Testament warnings will prepare us to recognize and deal with false teachers. Teaching Notes Deuteronomy 13 -

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