Deu 31:1-2 | MHM | STEP | Deuteronomy 31:1-8: Solemn Warnings; Joshua Encouraged As Moses prepares to leave the Israelites, he gives them final words of encouragement and assurance. His time as their leader is ending because God has commanded him not to cross into the Promised Land. Moses, however, is deeply concerned about the people’s future and their faithfulness to God. He reminds them of God’s presence, promises, and power. He also publicly commissions Joshua as their new leader, offering him encouragement and reassurance as he takes on the responsibility of guiding the people into Canaan (Deuteronomy 31:1-8 ). v. 1-2 : Moses tells the people that he can no longer serve as their leader. He is 120 years old and has been commanded by God not to cross the Jordan River. Moses recognizes that his time of service is complete and willingly accepts God’s will (Deuteronomy 31:1-2; Psalm 90:10 ).

‏ Deuteronomy 31:1-2

Deuteronomy 31:1-8: Solemn Warnings; Joshua Encouraged

As Moses prepares to leave the Israelites, he gives them final words of encouragement and assurance. His time as their leader is ending because God has commanded him not to cross into the Promised Land. Moses, however, is deeply concerned about the people’s future and their faithfulness to God. He reminds them of God’s presence, promises, and power. He also publicly commissions Joshua as their new leader, offering him encouragement and reassurance as he takes on the responsibility of guiding the people into Canaan (Deuteronomy 31:1-8 ^a).

v. 1-2: Moses tells the people that he can no longer serve as their leader. He is 120 years old and has been commanded by God not to cross the Jordan River. Moses recognizes that his time of service is complete and willingly accepts God’s will (Deuteronomy 31:1-2; Psalm 90:10 ^b).

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