Deuteronomy 34:1-Joshua 2:24Luke 13:22-14:6
Psalm 79:1-13
Proverbs 12:26
Deuteronomy 34 is funny to me. It's funny because the text begins by saying that Moses never lived up to the standard that God had set for him. Moses was not righteous enough to enter the promise land. Then, the text goes on to speak of Joshua, Moses' replacement and how he was not nearly as great a man as Moses was. Very interesting. And I guess the point of the text here is to show us how far we can miss the goal really. God is so good. His righteousness, love, mercy, justice, truthfulness (shall I go on?) is so perfect, that human beings are nothing in comparison to the standards that he has set. Based on accomplishment and merit, even Moses was unworthy to enter the land of promise. What hope does Joshua have? And yet, Joshua's story begins with a story of a prostitute obeying God and being saved. This balance between sin and salvation is a common theme in scripture. Understanding that balance seems crucial for seeing God as he wants to be seen. This story stands as a reminder that no one is worthy, but those who obey and trust God will experience his eternal reward.
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