Scholars often call Deuteronomy the “Romans of the Old Testament” because of its foundational teachings on ethics, law, and grace. In this class, we will first explore how New Testament authors understood Deuteronomy—and the law as a whole—under the New Covenant. Then, we will turn our attention to understanding how Deuteronomy can help shape our worldview by studying the historical context, literary design, and wisdom of the book.
This week we cover how the ancient book of Deuteronomy provides profound wisdom for identifying and combating modern idolatry in our daily lives. By contrasting Israel’s self-reliant agriculture in Egypt with their vulnerable dependence on God in Canaan, this lesson reveals how everyday necessities like wealth or success can quietly become false gods.
