Scripture for October 24th, 2023
Revised Common Lectionary: ✅Deuteronomy 34:1-12; Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8; Matthew 22:34-46 Dear Prayer & Study Partners- We are drawing to a close in this liturgical year and we are nearing the end of our journey with the ancestors of our faith in the first selection of the Hebrew scriptures. Deuteronomy 34:1-12 contains the story of Moses’s death and God’s continued promise. God showed Moses all the land that had been promised to the descendants of Abraham and Sarah long ago, and although Moses would not set foot in it, God allows him a glimpse before his death. Moses died in Moab and was buried, and the Israelites mourned him for thirty days. Previously, Moses had laid his hands upon Joshua, and Joshua had the spirit of wisdom Moses had. The people turned to follow Joshua, but there would never be another like Moses. Every time I officiate a Memorial Service I think on the faith-fact that there will never be another of this person. So, we attempt to honor them well... There will never be another Moses. There will never be another (fill in the blank of a loved one who helped you in your walk of faith)? Also, there will never be another you! As you relate to Deuteronomy 34:1-12, what do these truths mean to you? Always remember: 'Draw near to God and God draws near to you.' ~James 4:8 In His Service, P Jim ♥️⚓️ Comments are closed.
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