Deu 13:18 | MHM | STEP | v. 18 : God promises to show mercy to Israel and bless them if they listen to His commands and do what is right ( v. 18 ). The destruction of one sinful city may save the rest of the land from God’s judgment. The New Testament reminds Christians not to join with idolaters, for this provokes God’s jealousy (1 Cor. 10:21, 22 ).

‏ Deuteronomy 13:18

v. 18: God promises to show mercy to Israel and bless them if they listen to His commands and do what is right (v. 18 ^a). The destruction of one sinful city may save the rest of the land from God’s judgment. The New Testament reminds Christians not to join with idolaters, for this provokes God’s jealousy (1 Cor. 10:21, 22 ^b).