Sandwiched in between two stories Israel’s rebellion are four curious verses that speak of tassels of blue that the people of Israel must wear. Seemingly out of place, the words actually assure us of profound truths that we must know: We are a holy nation of priests that the Lord has called to himself. And since the Lord is our God, we must remember who we were, act like who we are, and hope in who we will be.
Holy Garments
Numbers 15:37-41
February 3, 2019 • Murray Lee
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The curtain of Deuteronomy 34 opens as we, along with Israel, watch Moses walk the 10-mile journey to the mountain from which God will allow him to see the Promised Land and die. We silently witness one of the most remarkable event in all of Scripture: the death of Moses and his burial by God Himself. There was never anyone like Moses either before or after. It makes us wonder - if Moses isn’t getting into the Land on his own mertis, how will we?
Cultivating a Generous Heart
March 31, 2019 • Justin Pillsbury
In Deuteronomy 15, we read the instructions for the Sabbatical year of God's people. This Sabbatical year was a time for people to reflect on God's grace and to respond to others in a gracious manner. It is a reminder for us that as Christians, we should be some of the most gracious and generous individuals around, for we have a God who has been abundantly gracious with us.