Deuteronomy 1-2
As we begin the last book of the Pentateuch, we find Moses giving a short recap of the last forty years after the deliverance from Egypt. There are a couple of points that really stick out to me. One small thing I picked up on is Moses blaming the Israelites for his not being able to enter the promised land. While it is true that had they not grumbled about their thirst there would have no occasion for him to strike the rock, that still doesn't relieve him of the responsibility of the decision. So, I guess I'm a little disappointed in Moses for shifting the blame. Yet, I'm not so that I wouldn't do the same.
The other thing that struck me is God's remembrance of Esau and Lot. Even though these two men had followed a different path, God still remembered them and blessed their descendants. There are a lot of unanswered questions in the Old Testament for me, but there is no question about God's faithfulness and love. He remains faithful, even when we aren't!
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