Scripture Reading
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the
Father, full of grace and truth. (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who
comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.’”) For from his fullness we have all received, grace
upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. - John 1:14–17
• How does this passage relate Jesus to Moses?
The passage seems to contrast Jesus with Moses. Moses brought the law; Jesus brought grace and truth. In this
lecture, you will see that one is actually the fulfillment of the other.
During the Video
Foundations of Deuteronomy
• What are some general elements that can be found in the book of Deuteronomy?
In general, the book of Deuteronomy contains laws, places, people, historical events, warnings, the idea of a nation,
discussion of land, points about leadership, and information about the religious practices and beliefs of the people
of Israel.
• What are some examples of the continuity between the Old and New Testaments?
The Old Testament prepared people to understand Jesus when He came. Understanding Jesus’ roles as Prophet,
Priest, and King depends on a firm sense of what those roles meant in the Old Testament. Old Testament concepts
of sin and sacrifice help us appreciate Jesus’ sacrifice and forgiveness. There is also a strong continuity between
Israel and the church as God’s people.
• What role does Moses play in Deuteronomy and our study of it?
Moses served as a mediator between God and His people. He helps us better understand Jesus, who is the greater
Mediator. Through Moses, we can understand Jesus better. While Moses gave the people grace and truth through
the law, Jesus brought that grace and truth to fulfillment.
Meaning from Structure
• As Dr. Godfrey describes and draws the structure of Deuteronomy, draw it yourself, along with labels.
Please reference “The Structure of Deuteronomy” on page 7.
• How was the book of Deuteronomy originally delivered and why?
Moses delivered it as a sermon of approximately five hours to the Israelites. He was about to die, and he was
passing the leadership of Israel to Joshua. This sermon prepared the people for this change in leadership and
Israel’s future.
After the Video
• What are some reasons that Christians today might overlook or dismiss the study of Deuteronomy?
Those who don’t understand the book’s structure might find it to be a confusing hodgepodge of information. People
might believe that Jesus has replaced Old Testament law, so there is no longer any relevance to it. Perhaps the
cultural setting of Deuteronomy can be difficult to relate to.
• Summarize the analogy that compares the history of Israel to the history of America. What was the purpose of this
analogy?
Dr. Godfrey argued that significant historical events like the Revolutionary War inform Americans of their history.
The purpose of this analogy was to relate the importance of studying Deuteronomy because, though some people
feel detached from the people, places, and events of Deuteronomy, its history is significant to the people of God
today.
• Why are you undertaking this study on the book of Deuteronomy? Has this first lesson helped you see the
significance of studying Deuteronomy? How so?
These are personal questions designed to help you focus on your goals for this study while also processing the
scope of this series.
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the
Father, full of grace and truth. (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who
comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.’”) For from his fullness we have all received, grace
upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. - John 1:14–17
• How does this passage relate Jesus to Moses?
The passage seems to contrast Jesus with Moses. Moses brought the law; Jesus brought grace and truth. In this
lecture, you will see that one is actually the fulfillment of the other.
During the Video
Foundations of Deuteronomy
• What are some general elements that can be found in the book of Deuteronomy?
In general, the book of Deuteronomy contains laws, places, people, historical events, warnings, the idea of a nation,
discussion of land, points about leadership, and information about the religious practices and beliefs of the people
of Israel.
• What are some examples of the continuity between the Old and New Testaments?
The Old Testament prepared people to understand Jesus when He came. Understanding Jesus’ roles as Prophet,
Priest, and King depends on a firm sense of what those roles meant in the Old Testament. Old Testament concepts
of sin and sacrifice help us appreciate Jesus’ sacrifice and forgiveness. There is also a strong continuity between
Israel and the church as God’s people.
• What role does Moses play in Deuteronomy and our study of it?
Moses served as a mediator between God and His people. He helps us better understand Jesus, who is the greater
Mediator. Through Moses, we can understand Jesus better. While Moses gave the people grace and truth through
the law, Jesus brought that grace and truth to fulfillment.
Meaning from Structure
• As Dr. Godfrey describes and draws the structure of Deuteronomy, draw it yourself, along with labels.
Please reference “The Structure of Deuteronomy” on page 7.
• How was the book of Deuteronomy originally delivered and why?
Moses delivered it as a sermon of approximately five hours to the Israelites. He was about to die, and he was
passing the leadership of Israel to Joshua. This sermon prepared the people for this change in leadership and
Israel’s future.
After the Video
• What are some reasons that Christians today might overlook or dismiss the study of Deuteronomy?
Those who don’t understand the book’s structure might find it to be a confusing hodgepodge of information. People
might believe that Jesus has replaced Old Testament law, so there is no longer any relevance to it. Perhaps the
cultural setting of Deuteronomy can be difficult to relate to.
• Summarize the analogy that compares the history of Israel to the history of America. What was the purpose of this
analogy?
Dr. Godfrey argued that significant historical events like the Revolutionary War inform Americans of their history.
The purpose of this analogy was to relate the importance of studying Deuteronomy because, though some people
feel detached from the people, places, and events of Deuteronomy, its history is significant to the people of God
today.
• Why are you undertaking this study on the book of Deuteronomy? Has this first lesson helped you see the
significance of studying Deuteronomy? How so?
These are personal questions designed to help you focus on your goals for this study while also processing the
scope of this series.