Daily Bible Reading – August 2021: God’s Word of PromiseEsimerkki

August 7 Introduction Today’s reading is part of Moses’s second speech and includes the heart of Israel’s religion—the Law that God gave to Moses and the people. Moses recounts God’s covenant with the Israelites and the commandments they were given at Mount Sinai. (A parallel account is in Exodus 20). Today’s Scripture Reading Deuteronomy 5:1-22 Today’s Key Verse:  Deuteronomy 5:1b [Moses said:] “Listen to all the laws that I am giving you today. Learn them and be sure that you obey them.” Reflect Have you ever memorized the Ten Commandments? What role do they play in your life? Why is it important to obey God’s laws? Pray Lord God, keep me faithful and obedient to your will. I want to obey you and honor you always. In your holy name, I pray. Amen. Prayer Concern Those who are learning the Ten Commandments Tomorrow’s Reading Deuteronomy 5:23-33: Moses reminds the people to obey God’s laws.