It is almost time to cross the Jordan. The Promised Land is in sight but two and a half of the tribes want to settle on the near side. They see green pastures. The final battle before crossing the Jordan under Moses’ leadership was finished. This was supposed to be Moses’ last task before going […]
God tells Moses to mount an assault on Midian for all the damage done to Israel at their hands. This is to be Moses’ last task. The last time we were together we completed the refresher course God gave the new generation of Israel’s adults. First He cleansed them of their sin with Midian, then […]
Wanted to say sorry to all of you who regularly come study with me. I have been making face masks for my family for the last 5 days. I will be back to writing tomorrow. I wanted to write tonight but my mind is numb. Please be safe and join me again as we continue […]
Moses speaks to the heads of the tribes about making promises. This message will be passed on to the people from there. I find it interesting that Moses didn’t have the congregation assembled for this message. It went to the leaders instead. They would be held responsible for passing on the message. These were however […]
We have arrived at the final Holy day celebration for Israel that God ordained in the Law. That is the Feast of Booths. This Holy day lasts eight days. The offerings here are larger than any other feast God commanded. It is also the first of the feasts where God included the drink offerings for […]
