March 2 + Daily readings & notes

DAY 61

I didn't include any daily notes today. While they may seem strange, most of the laws we're reading about today are pretty straightforward.

Today's Bible Project video gives a final look at what the book of Deuteronomy is about.

DAILY READINGS

Deuteronomy 24-27 & Psalm 61

OTHER OBSERVATIONS

Within many of the commands of God given to the Israelites is the notion to remember. Remember you were slaves to Egypt. Remember what happened to Miriam. Remember.

The point is to remember what God has done and that the Israelites are now God's own people. You can almost hear someone ask, "Why do we have to do [fill in the blank]?" Because we are God's! Remember it was the Lord who delivered us. So, this is his way to be holy.

Even the psalmist (in Psalm 61) picks up on this. In speaking of God's protection, he says that God has given him the "heritage of those who fear your name." His heritage is the people of God who have been helped by God, and can expect God to continue to help in our time of need.

You and I are part of that heritage, too. Praise God!

Stay blessed...john

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