DEUTERONOMY
READING PLANS + STUDY QUESTIONS
READING PLAN
REMEMBERING GOD’S FAITHFULNESS
OBEYING GOD’S LAWS
COVENANT RENEWAL + THE LEGACY OF MOSES
HOW TO USE
READ THE CHAPTERS IN THE BIBLE FOR EACH SESSION
ANSWER THE QUESTIONS + REFLECT ON THE READING
This study encourages going at your own pace, allowing each session to be a day, a week, or however long you need. Each session contains questions to be used for individual reflection or small group discussion.
This study was made to be used alongside Bible reading. Although we have created chapter summaries, there is no substitute for reading God's Word.
SESSION ONE: DEUTERONOMY 1-11
REMEMBERING GOD’S FAITHFULNESS
Read Deuteronomy 1:30-31. How did Moses use God’s past faithfulness to encourage the new generation of Israelites?
Why did Moses honor Joshua and Caleb in Deuteronomy 1:35-38?
Review Numbers 13-14 as a reminder of Joshua and Caleb’s faithfulness.
Moses was not allowed into the Promised Land. How did God respond to Moses' pleas in Deuteronomy 3:23-26?
How did Moses refer to God in Deuteronomy 4:31? What does this reveal about Moses’ relationship with God?
In Deuteronomy 6-8, do any of Moses' phrases remind you of Jesus’ words? Read Matthew 4:1-10. How did Jesus reference these passages in a time of temptation?
In Deuteronomy 7:6, was the statement about the Israelites applicable only to them, or is it true of all believers? Today, who are God’s chosen people?
Why did Moses remind the Israelites of the golden calf incident in Deuteronomy 9? What lessons can be learned from this historical event?
What does circumcision represent throughout the Bible, and why is it significant? What did Moses mean by “circumcision of the heart” in Deuteronomy 10:16?
SESSION TWO: DEUTERONOMY 12-26
OBEYING GOD’S LAWS
Which laws in Deuteronomy 12-26 stood out to you? Do any of them sound familiar or remind you of other parts of Scripture?
In Deuteronomy 18:15–19, Moses foretold a future, greater prophet. To whom do you believe he was referring?
Who was excluded from the battle in Deuteronomy 20:5-9? Do the reasons for this seem valid? What does this say about God’s value system?
What does Deuteronomy 21:22-23 say about a man killed on a tree?
Read Acts 5:30. How did Jesus take on the curse of sin for humanity?
Read Deuteronomy 24:19 and Ruth 2:1-3. How does Boaz's faithfulness benefit Ruth and Naomi?
Consider the law in Deuteronomy 25:5. How does it correlate with the narrative of Judah and Tamar in Genesis 38?
Review the laws related to offerings in Deuteronomy 26. How do they reflect the Israelites' worship practices and their generosity toward God?
SESSION THREE: DEUTERONOMY 27-34
COVENANT RENEWAL + THE LEGACY OF MOSES
In Deuteronomy 27-34, which mountain was associated with blessing, and which was associated with cursing?
How would you summarize the main idea of Deuteronomy 28 in your own words? What key themes or messages are conveyed in this chapter?
In Deuteronomy 30, what instructions were given to the Israelites for when the covenant was broken? How does this demonstrate God's grace and desire for reconciliation?
How could Deuteronomy 31:6 have provided encouragement and reassurance to the Israelites as they prepared to face the challenges ahead?
Read Psalm 90, the Psalm of Moses. What common themes does this psalm share with Deuteronomy 32?
Consider the powerful moment when God allowed Moses, who was not permitted to enter the Promised Land, to see it from afar. What emotions or lessons can be drawn from this situation?
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