Deu 9:1-2 | MHM | STEP | Deuteronomy 9:1 – Victory Promised In this passage, Moses begins a new message to the Israelites, calling them to listen carefully. He tells them about the great strength of the enemies they will face in Canaan. Moses wants the people to understand that victory will not come because of their own power or goodness, but because God is with them and keeps His promises. He also warns them not to become proud or think they deserve God’s blessings. Instead, they should remember that God acts for His own honor and because of His promise to their ancestors. v. 1-2 : Moses describes the Canaanite nations as strong, tall, and living in well-fortified cities. They are much more powerful than Israel. The people have a reputation for being unbeatable, which could make the Israelites afraid (Deuteronomy 9:1-2; Numbers 13:28,33 ).

‏ Deuteronomy 9:1-2

Deuteronomy 9:1 – Victory Promised

In this passage, Moses begins a new message to the Israelites, calling them to listen carefully. He tells them about the great strength of the enemies they will face in Canaan. Moses wants the people to understand that victory will not come because of their own power or goodness, but because God is with them and keeps His promises. He also warns them not to become proud or think they deserve God’s blessings. Instead, they should remember that God acts for His own honor and because of His promise to their ancestors.

v. 1-2: Moses describes the Canaanite nations as strong, tall, and living in well-fortified cities. They are much more powerful than Israel. The people have a reputation for being unbeatable, which could make the Israelites afraid (Deuteronomy 9:1-2; Numbers 13:28,33 ^a).

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