Appointed Places & Times: Blessings, Curses & True Worship | Deut 11–16, Isa 54, 1 John 4
Join us as we dive into this week’s readings, uncovering the appointed places and times God sets for worship, the blessings and curses tied to obedience, and how these themes connect to prophetic hope and New Testament instruction.
Readings Covered:
Deuteronomy 11–16
Isaiah 54:11–55:5
1 John 4:1–6
Highlights and Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Introduction: Appointed Places and Appointed Times
00:01:10 – Deut 11: Gerizim and Ebal
00:05:26 – Deut 12, 14–16: Appointed Place and Appointed Times
00:26:41 – Prophets Portion: Isa 54:11–55:5
00:34:59 – Deut 13
00:44:16 – 1 John 4
00:56:50 – Closing Thoughts
We explore:
How Moses emphasized God choosing the place and time for worship
The blessings and curses associated with obedience and disobedience
The care for Levites, widows, and orphans in God’s kingdom
The connection between testing false teachings in Deut 13 and 1 John 4
The relevance of these lessons for today’s faith and discernment
Perfect for Bible students, casual learners, or anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Scripture’s practical and spiritual lessons.