Bible Chapter: Deuteronomy 13 & 14

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    False prophets.  There will always be false teachers who are trying to draw a following. Some appear to do miraculous things.  They will try to draw people away from worshiping God.  A good question to ask is how do we know the difference between the true worship of God and the false messengers.  The foundation of that answer is discovered in knowing what the Bible says.  God will never inspire someone to speak against the Bible.  There are no new revelations that cause the teachings of the Bible to be changed.  The Bible is not an evolving document based on what is popular in a culture.  We are to reject a false teacher.  This is so critical that in this chapter God called for capital punishment of offenders.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    Worship God.  How do I worship God?  Follow His guidelines.  Included in this is the tithe.  It means setting aside a tenth of my increase to give to God.  While many balk at the thought of doing this, God says we are to do it.  He will bless our obedience.  Do it so that there will be provision in God’s house.  God’s work will have the resources necessary when God’s people are faithful with the tithe.

3.  How can I help someone?
    Read the Bible. Learn what God wants you to do.  Do it.