Deut 8-11

God tested the Israelites and humbled them, as he taught them to rely on Him. God disciplined Israel for their own good. Moses is reminding them to obey God, for look what God is giving them. It is important to not forget God in their plenty. They must learn not to forget God, just as we must. We need to be diligent seeking God's face, and obeying Him. God tests and humbles us to rely on Him. We can do nothing without Him. Not obeying God will bring consequences--definite, hurtful consequences. (Deut 8)

The Israelites have victory by God's grace. It is not because of the Israel's integrity that they occupied the land, but because of God's promises. Moses reminds the Israelites of the golden calf. Moses pleaded for the Israelites and Aaron on their behalf. There were many times that the Israelites furied God that he wanted to destroy them. Israel is God's special possession. He was with them through the good and very bad moments. God gave the people a new copy of the covenant placed in the ark. The Levites were used to minister to the people, which is why they have been separated from the community of the Israelites. God wants the people to fear Him and live in a way that pleases Him. God wants the peoples' hearts and not to be stubborn. God is the God of gods. God can't be bribed. God gives justice to all. We need to give Him all of us, not parts of us. God wants our whole hearts. (Deut 9-10)

Moses is speaking to the adults who know God's mighty hand and SEEN it! There are blessings of obedience that we are blessed with. We are blessed with long life, and plentiful land. The Israelites' sins will stop the plentiful of the land--stopping their produce. We choose between a blessing and a curse when we choose to obey or disobey God. When we obey God, others cannot stand against us. We must be careful to obey God and his commands! (Deut 11)