Deuteronomy - Chapter-31

Chapter Summary

Moses last counsel to the priests and instruction to the Levites. Warning of Israelitish apostasy.

How do we see Moses passing the baton in this chapter? How does this apply to leaders today?
How do we see God fighting Israel's battles in verse 3? How does this give believers hope today?
How could believers today apply verse 6's commandment against fear, and to be strong and courageous? What might be some good ways and some wrong ways to apply this?
Based on verse 8, what is the source of true strength? How can this help believers today be courageous but not prideful?
Verse 12 sees scripture reading as helpful to cause healthy fear of God and obedience. What are the reasons people read the Bible today? How might verse 12 change the way we view scripture reading today?
What does verse 13 teach us about the responsibility of believing parents? What practices might help us succeed in this goal?
Verses 16-19 reveal that God does not expect Israel to obey when they get to the promised land. Why do you think God still brings them there if he knows this?
In what sense do you think God can hide his face in verse 18? Why does the do this and how might you explain his justice in doing this?
Do we see rebellion and stubborness in our own lives? What would be some examples? What should be our response to this in light of this passage?
How might the people have acted to change the course of history after hearing verses 26-27? How can these verses be a warning for believers today?

Counsel, (spake these words) v. 1.

God, Moses, Joshua.

6, 8.