Day 39: Deuteronomy 1-4

Summaries:
In the fortieth year, Moses speaks to the Israelites and explains that God has lead them, and he recounts how God had him appoint elders, how the 12 scouts reconnoitered the land and spread fear, how the people threatened to revolt, and how the invasion made without the Lord's guidance was unsuccessful (1). He recounts where God lead the people in their journey and who they defeated in battle along the way (2). Moses recounts defeating Og, king of Bashan, and how he agreed to allow Reuben and Gad to occupy the the land on the other side of the river for their flocks, and how Moses pleaded with God to let him enter the land which He had set aside, but God would only let him look from atop the mountain (3). Moses tells the Israelites to stay true to all that he has told them, not adding or subtracting from it, not forgetting it, not worshiping idols, and God will be faithful and will reward you. Moses shows them how God has loved them through all he has done (4).


Reflections:
As Deuteronomy begins, and as I'm beginning to feel a bit overwhelmed with the Pentateuch, I am face to face with a bit of a re-telling of what I've already read, though this book seems to be written in a way that is easier to read.

I like the way Moses is reminding the people of everything, because sometimes we can forget everything but how we're presently feeling, so we need to be reminded that God has blessed us and guided us time after time.

Quotes:
I know there were quotes I liked, I'll have to add these later.