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.
In this lesson, we begin the covenant section of Deuteronomy. We look at what the blessings and curses listed under the Old Covenant tell us about the covenant. We also look at what it means for God to circumcise our heart.
