An Absolutely Unique Relationship

Deut 4: 1 – 40

Who was your best friend when you were growing up? What makes a best friend best?

Describe God’s role in making Israel a nation. Why is Moses recounting the story of God’s action in their lives? What are ways that you have experienced God’s grace in your life? What are some things that we learn about God in this passage? What is the unique relationship that God wants to have with Israel? What are some of the benefits of that relationship? Why does God show this kind of favor to them? What are some examples of ways God has shown you undeserved regard?

What are the primary expectations that God details for his people in his commands? Why is worshiping idols such a dangerous thing spiritually? Why is worshiping natural phenomenon particularly tempting? What are some false objects of worship we are drawn towards in our lives today? What warnings does Moses repeat throughout the passage? Why does he continue to remind them to pay attention? What are some forms of spiritual laziness that seep into our lives? What are some things of which you need to be mindful to help ensure your spiritual help?

Why does Moses include a description of the process of repentance in verses 25ff? Trace that process from its beginning to its conclusion? For what do you need to experience repentance in your lives today? What impact will the present generation have on the coming generations? Why does God entrust this responsibility to that generation? How can we better instruct our children in the ways of the Lord?