The new generation of Israelites in the wilderness was not spiritually ready to enter the Promised Land. Unless they dedicated their lives to their God and Redeemer by renewing their covenant commitment and learning his mitzvot, they would not be able to conquer the wilderness or the people in the land of promise. In this passage, Moshe gives seven journey principles Israel needed to mature before entering the land. We are also on a journey through life that began when entered into a new relationship with Yeshua the Messiah.