1 All the commandments which I command thee this day shall ye observe to do, that ye may live, and multiply, and go in and possess the land which the LORD sware unto your fathers.
2 And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, and to prove thee, to know what was in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no.
3 And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the LORD doth man live.
4 Thy raiment waxed not old upon thee, neither did thy foot swell, these forty years.
5 Thou shalt also consider in thine heart, that, as a man chasteneth his son, so the LORD thy God chasteneth thee.
6 Therefore thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, to walk in his ways, and to fear him.
7 For the LORD thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills;
8 A land of wheat, and barley, and vines, and fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of oil olive, and honey;
9 A land wherein thou shalt eat bread without scarceness, thou shalt not lack any thing in it; a land whose stones are iron, and out of whose hills thou mayest dig brass.
10 When thou hast eaten and art full, then thou shalt bless the LORD thy God for the good land which he hath given thee.
11 Beware that thou forget not the LORD thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day:
12 Lest when thou hast eaten and art full, and hast built goodly houses, and dwelt therein;
13 And when thy herds and thy flocks multiply, and thy silver and thy gold is multiplied, and all that thou hast is multiplied;
14 Then thine heart be lifted up, and thou forget the LORD thy God, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage;
15 Who led thee through that great and terrible wilderness, wherein were fiery serpents, and scorpions, and drought, where there was no water; who brought thee forth water out of the rock of flint;
16 Who fed thee in the wilderness with manna, which thy fathers knew not, that he might humble thee, and that he might prove thee, to do thee good at thy latter end;
17 And thou say in thine heart, My power and the might of mine hand hath gotten me this wealth.
18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.
19 And it shall be, if thou do at all forget the LORD thy God, and walk after other gods, and serve them, and worship them, I testify against you this day that ye shall surely perish.
20 As the nations which the LORD destroyeth before your face, so shall ye perish; because ye would not be obedient unto the voice of the LORD your God.
The book of Deuteronomy is the fifth book of the Old Testament in the KJV Holy Bible. It is part of the Pentateuch, or the first five books of the Bible, which are attributed to Moses. The name Deuteronomy comes from the Greek word "Deuteronomion" meaning "second law," as this book contains a repetition and explanation of the laws given to the Israelites by God. Chapter 8 of Deuteronomy is a continuation of Moses' sermon to the Israelites, as he prepares them to enter the promised land of Canaan. In this chapter, Moses reminds the Israelites of their past and encourages them to remember God's faithfulness and to obey His commandments. The main themes of this chapter include remembering God's provision, the dangers of forgetting God, and the importance of obedience.
In the first part of Deuteronomy chapter 8, Moses reminds the Israelites of the journey they have taken in the wilderness for the past forty years. He emphasizes how God has led them and provided for them every step of the way. Moses tells the Israelites, "And thou shalt remember all the way which the Lord thy God led thee these forty years in the wilderness, to humble thee, and to prove thee, to know what was in thine heart, whether thou wouldest keep his commandments, or no" (Deuteronomy 8:2). This verse highlights the purpose of their journey in the wilderness – to humble and test their faithfulness to God.
Moses goes on to remind the Israelites of how God provided for them during their time in the wilderness. He mentions how God fed them with manna, a miraculous bread from heaven, and how their clothes did not wear out, and their feet did not swell during their journey (Deuteronomy 8:3-4). This was a clear reminder of God's faithfulness and provision for His people. The Israelites were to remember and give thanks for God's provision, as it was not by their own strength or power that they survived in the wilderness, but by the hand of God.
This theme of remembering God's provision is essential for believers today as well. In our journey of faith, we may face challenges and difficulties, but we must remember that God is faithful and will provide for us just as He did for the Israelites. We should also be grateful and give thanks for all that God has done for us, as it is not by our own strength or efforts that we have what we have, but by the grace and provision of God.
In the second part of Deuteronomy chapter 8, Moses warns the Israelites of the dangers of forgetting God. He cautions them, "Beware that thou forget not the Lord thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day" (Deuteronomy 8:11). Moses reminds them of the consequences of forgetting God and not keeping His commandments. He warns them that forgetting God will lead them to become prideful and think that their success and blessings are a result of their own abilities and efforts (Deuteronomy 8:17). This pride and forgetfulness of God will ultimately lead to their downfall and destruction.
This warning is still relevant for believers today. It is easy to become caught up in our own achievements and forget that it is God who has blessed us and given us success. We must continually remember and acknowledge God in all that we do, for without Him, we are nothing. Forgetting God can also lead us to disobey His commandments and live in a way that is not pleasing to Him. Therefore, it is crucial for believers to constantly remember and keep God at the center of their lives.
The final theme in Deuteronomy chapter 8 is the importance of obedience. Moses reminds the Israelites of how God tested them in the wilderness to see if they would obey His commandments. He says, "And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live" (Deuteronomy 8:3). This verse highlights the importance of obedience to God's word. The Israelites were tested to see if they would trust and obey God, even in difficult times.
Furthermore, Moses reminds the Israelites of the blessings that come with obedience. He says, "And thou shalt remember the Lord thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day" (Deuteronomy 8:18). Obedience to God's commandments brings blessings and establishes His covenant with His people. This is a reminder that obedience is not just about following rules, but it is a way to show our love and devotion to God.
This theme of obedience is also relevant for believers today. We are called to obey God's commandments and trust in His word, even when it may not make sense to us. Obedience also brings blessings and establishes our relationship with God.
Deuteronomy chapter 8 is a powerful reminder for believers to remember God's provision, to be cautious of forgetting God, and to prioritize obedience to His commandments. This chapter also serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and His desire for His people to trust and obey Him. As we reflect on the themes of this chapter, we are reminded of the importance of having a grateful heart, continually acknowledging God in all that we do, and obeying His word. Deuteronomy chapter 8 teaches us that remembering and obeying God is essential for a successful and fulfilling life of faith.
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