Lesson 73: Deuteronomy 31:6
The Blueprint — The Verse
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.
Memorization Practice
Click words to hide them and test your memory.
Without looking, enter the book, chapter, and verse for this passage.
Rate your recall:
King James Version (KJV) — Public Domain.
The Context — The History
MosesMoses was the great prophet, lawgiver, and leader chosen by God to deliver the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. Through Moses, God gave the Law, established the Old Covenant, and instructed the construction of the Tabernacle. More than any other figure in the Old Testament, Moses serves as a picture of God's deliverance, mediation, and faithfulness to His... More spoke these words as he prepared to transfer leadership to JoshuaJoshua was the successor of Moses, a faithful leader of Israel, and the commander who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. Born into the Tribe of Ephraim, Joshua served as Moses' assistant, one of the twelve spies, and later became the leader appointed by God to guide Israel across the Jordan River and conquer Canaan. His life is remembered... More before IsraelIsrael is the covenant people chosen by Yahweh, descended from Jacob, set apart to bear God’s name, receive His promises, and reveal His character to the nations. More crossed the Jordan. Canaan's fortified cities and trained armies posed a real threat to a nation formed in the desert.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
records MosesMoses was the great prophet, lawgiver, and leader chosen by God to deliver the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. Through Moses, God gave the Law, established the Old Covenant, and instructed the construction of the Tabernacle. More than any other figure in the Old Testament, Moses serves as a picture of God's deliverance, mediation, and faithfulness to His... More commissioning JoshuaJoshua was the successor of Moses, a faithful leader of Israel, and the commander who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. Born into the Tribe of Ephraim, Joshua served as Moses' assistant, one of the twelve spies, and later became the leader appointed by God to guide Israel across the Jordan River and conquer Canaan. His life is remembered... More and writing the law. God promises his presence to the new leader and the people so they need not fear the nations ahead.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
-
And the LORD shall give them up before your face, that ye may do unto them according unto all the commandments which I have commanded you.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson () to hear the lead-in to the passage.
-
And MosesMoses was the great prophet, lawgiver, and leader chosen by God to deliver the children of Israel from slavery in Egypt. Through Moses, God gave the Law, established the Old Covenant, and instructed the construction of the Tabernacle. More than any other figure in the Old Testament, Moses serves as a picture of God's deliverance, mediation, and faithfulness to His... More called unto JoshuaJoshua was the successor of Moses, a faithful leader of Israel, and the commander who led the Israelites into the Promised Land. Born into the Tribe of Ephraim, Joshua served as Moses' assistant, one of the twelve spies, and later became the leader appointed by God to guide Israel across the Jordan River and conquer Canaan. His life is remembered... More, and said unto him in the sight of all IsraelIsrael is the covenant people chosen by Yahweh, descended from Jacob, set apart to bear God’s name, receive His promises, and reveal His character to the nations. More, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the LORD hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson () to continue the passage.
Discussion
-
What situation calls for courage in your life right now?
-
How does God's presence change fear?
-
What does it mean that God will not forsake you?
Places — Map this passage
Locations mentioned in this lesson passage. Switch to Whole book or Journey mode on the map for a broader view.
Places list
Geographic data © OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0)
