Prosperity, demons and Moses

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Chapter 32. Prosperity was a major factor in Israel forgetting God and embracing idols. In times of ease and plenty, God's people are most prone to stop seeking him. In adverse circumstances, God's people are more likely to approach God earnestly. 

     Behind the false gods and religions of the world are the spiritual powers of demons. They may act through their followers, even performing miracles. The New Testament urges Christ followers to oppose them through his power and authority.

Chapter 34. Those who live in fellowship with God do not fear death. They can anticipate death with peace and joy. Like Moses, they have received only a glimpse of the promised land. They will inherit the "city without foundations whose architect and builder is God."

     Moses' distinctions were his intimate fellowship with God and his understanding. All believers should know God and experience his close fellowship, as God's children. The fellowship of God - the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit - is the believer's greatest promise and reward. 

Wednesday: The promised land foresees the eternal promised kingdom