Monday, December 31
Read Deuteronomy 20
Think About It:
God declared that when Israel was on the verge of battle that the priest should approach and speak to the people, saying, ‘Hear, O Israel: Today you are on the verge of battle with your enemies. Do not let your heart faint, do not be afraid, and do not tremble or be terrified because of them; for the Lord your God is He who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.’
- What does this teach us about our own preparation for battle when our resources seem inadequate, we feel overwhelmed, or feel insecure and helpless?
- Why would God have the officers dismiss men from the army who had unfinished business at home and men who were fainthearted and fearful?
- Why would a merciful and just God order Israel to kill, plunder and destroy entire cities?
Family Time:
Memory Verse:
Older & Younger Children: Deuteronomy 20:4
- Have you ever been in a situation where your heart was “faint”? What do you think that means? (See verse 3.)
- What assurances were given to the Israelites in verse 4 to help them?
