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Just as Moses did before Him, Jesus ascends a mountaintop in order to deliver a Word from God to those who were following Him. Unlike Moses, Jesus doesn’t need to wait for an authoritative teaching, for He Himself is the authority: he is Immanuel, God with us. As He begins His teaching, He assures the crowd that His words are not an alteration of God’s established commands; rather, His words are a fulfillment of the Law. This sermon would have been just as shocking to His audience then as it is to our modern sensibilities today. May we learn to trust and obey Him anew as we hear His words today.

Matthew 5 - 1:05 . 

Matthew 6 - 9:44 . 

Matthew 7 - 15:11 . 

Matthew 8 – 20:39 . 

Psalm 64 - 26:27 . 

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The gospel of Matthew was written with a Jewish audience in mind, pointing frequently to the Old Testament to show how Christ was God’s promised Messiah and the fulfillment of the Law. Matthew looks back upon some 60 Hebrew prophecies throughout his text. Not only is He the long-awaited King, He is also the new Abraham, that is, the head of the new spiritual Israel comprised of all who follow Him. If that weren’t enough, Matthew also shows that Jesus is the new Moses; He is the greater prophet, teacher, and deliverer born among Israel’s brothers who gives perfect instruction from God.

Matthew 1 - 1:11 . 

Matthew 2 - 5:48 . 

Matthew 3 - 9:59 . 

Matthew 4 - 13:48 . 

Psalm 63 - 18:08 . 

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The clans and families of Israel are settling into their apportioned lands and beginning to find rest when a report spreads across the lands that the tribes on the other side of the Jordan are rebelling against God. They ready themselves for war, knowing that God is a jealous God, but later find their zealous action was in haste. Today’s reading ends with the burial of three leaders: Joshua, who experienced the exodus as well as the conquering of the Promised Land; Eleazar, the successor to Aaron in the priesthood; and finally, the bones of Joseph who had died in Egypt. It marks the end of an era and a shift in the tide of Israel’s history.

Joshua 22 - 1:13 . 

Joshua 23 - 10:00 . 

Joshua 24 - 14:17 . 

Psalm 61 - 22:21 . 

Psalm 62 - 23:28 . 

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Now that the majority of the Promised Land has been conquered, the land is being divided by lot and by size according to the number of people in each tribe. Today’s reading is the last section of text detailing the division of the land, and as mentioned in the last episode, consider the excitement and the joy that Israel experienced as each family learned where they would live and work and thrive for generations to come. While the descriptions may seem abstract to us, they were concrete and tangible pieces of real estate for Israel. Today’s reading ends with a joyful conclusion, so make sure to pay attention.

Joshua 18 – 1:08 . 

Joshua 19 – 5:42 . 

Joshua 20 – 12:47 . 

Joshua 21 – 15:37 . 

Psalm 59 – 22:25 . 

Psalm 60 – 25:07 .

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The work of conquering the Promised Land, in large part, has come to a close. Now it’s time to divide the land between the clans of Israel as Moses had instructed. To our modern ears, much of what we’ll hear today may not seem important or relevant. Try to imagine, however, if you and your family had been given large sums of real estate by the work of God’s mighty hand. Wouldn’t you find it important that the details about property lines be recorded for you and for future generations? Additionally, listen for those instances where Israel does not completely destroy those who had inhabited the land. This is evidence of Israel’s disobedience and a prelude to the problems presented in Israel’s forthcoming history.

Joshua 14 - 1:10 . 

Joshua 15 - 3:55 . 

Joshua 16 - 11:46 . 

Joshua 17 - 13:22 . 

Psalm 57 – 17:36 . 

Psalm 58 - 19:24 . 

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A coalition of nations conspires to fight against Israel when they hear that Joshua has defeated Jericho and Ai, and they gather together to surge against them. They are no match for those with whom the Lord has covenanted, and God sends a natural disaster that lays waste to more men than the Israelites slay by the sword. After their defeat, but now another set of kings sets their sites on extinguishing Israel. The northern cities and their kings will soon be defeated, included those men called Anakim, those whom the original party of spies feared so much, saying they felt like grasshoppers in their presence. Now, Israel returns with a new generation led by Joshua and Caleb, the Lord’s faithful spies who are the only men left of the former generation.

Joshua 10 – 1:10 . 

Joshua 11 – 10:37 . 

Joshua 12 – 15:04 . 

Joshua 13 – 18:53 . 

Psalm 55 – 24:13 . 

Psalm 56 – 27:20 . 

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In our last episode, Israel had successfully crossed the Jordan on dry ground and defeated the walled city of Jericho, not by their own strength, but by the strength of God’s mighty hand over His Creation. God had instructed that all of Jericho be set apart to the Lord for destruction, with specific instruction not to take anything or else that man would also be set apart destruction. One man selfishly rejects this command, which leads to a heartbreaking defeat and a difficult task for Joshua. Later, we’re told that the nations plan to form a coalition and fight against Israel, but the inhabitants of Gideon decide to take a different approach.

Joshua 7 – 1:14 . 

Joshua 8 – 8:38 . 

Joshua 9 – 16:39 . 

Psalm 52 – 22:00 . 

Psalm 53 – 23:24 . 

Psalm 54 – 24:41 .

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Moses has died, leaving Israel with a new legacy, a new Law, and a new leader. Before Moses’ death, the Lord appointed Joshua to lead and blessed Him. Today, Joshua takes charge over Israel and leads them over the Jordan and into the land of promise. You may recall that Joshua has seen the land already, as Moses sent him with other men to spy out the land, and that he and Caleb were the only two spies who trusted in the Lord to deliver them through battle. This same Joshua is now in charge and is headed for Jericho, and soon the walls will come a tumblin’ down.

Joshua 1 – 1:09 . 

Joshua 2 – 4:26 . 

Joshua 3 – 10:05 . 

Joshua 4 – 13:31 . 

Joshua 5 – 18:33 . 

Joshua 6 – 21:37 . 

Psalm 51 – 27:32 .

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After spending some time writing to the church concerning trials and temptations, James writes about the role of works in the believer’s life, citing specific works such as caring for orphans & widows in their distress and avoiding favoritism. It is not one’s work that earns him salvation, rather, good works are the evidence that one is a true disciple. Faith without works is a dead faith. He calls man’s tongue a “restless evil, full of deadly poison,” and points to self-centered passions as the cause for conflict amongst brothers. He chastises the rich who withhold wages from the poor and calls out businessmen who plan presumptuously. Finally, he calls the church to humility, encouraging them to trust in the Lord.

James 1 - 1:09 . 

James 2 - 5:33 . 

James 3 - 10:58 . 

James 4 - 14:07 . 

James 5 - 17:08 . 

Psalm 50 - 21:04 . 

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In our final reading of the book of Deuteronomy, the Lord tells Moses that Israel will indeed rebel against Him after Moses dies. The song of Moses recorded here prophesies the coming wrath of God for Israel’s rebellion, focusing on God’s power over the worthless idols that Israel has turned to worship. After this warning, the Lord tells Moses that it is time to ascend Mount Nebo, where he will see the Promised Land before he dies. Moses has a final word for the people of Israel before he departs: a pronouncement of blessings on each tribe of Israel.

Deuteronomy 32 – 1:12 . 

Deuteronomy 33 – 12:35 . 

Deuteronomy 34 – 19:44 . 

Psalm 49 – 22:22 .

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