I. Introduction: Historical Review (Deuteronomy 1-4)

1. Moses’ First Speech: Recounting Israel’s Journey (Deuteronomy 1:1-3:29)
   • Review of events from Mount Sinai (Horeb) to the plains of Moab
   • Recount of Israel’s disobedience at Kadesh-Barnea (refusal to enter the Promised Land)
   • Victories over Sihon and Og
2. Call to Obedience and Warning against Idolatry (Deuteronomy 4:1-43)
   • Exhortation to keep God’s laws for life and prosperity
   • Warnings against idolatry and forgetting God after entering the land
   • Cities of refuge established

II. The Law Reiterated (Deuteronomy 4:44-26:19)

1. The Ten Commandments (Deuteronomy 5)
   • Restatement of the Ten Commandments given at Mount Sinai
   • Reminder of God’s covenant with Israel
2. The Shema and Call to Love God (Deuteronomy 6)
   • The Shema: "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one"
   • Command to love God with all heart, soul, and strength
   • Teach God's laws to future generations
3. Warnings against Disobedience and Idolatry (Deuteronomy 7-11)
   • Command to destroy the Canaanites and avoid idolatry (Deuteronomy 7)
   • Remembering God's provision in the wilderness (Deuteronomy 8)
   • Warning against self-righteousness and reminder of past rebellions (Deuteronomy 9)
   • Reiteration of God’s covenant and call to fear and love the Lord (Deuteronomy 10)
   • Blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience (Deuteronomy 11)
4. Laws for Worship and Community Life (Deuteronomy 12-16)
   • Centralization of worship at the place God will choose (Deuteronomy 12)
   • Prohibition of idolatry and false prophets (Deuteronomy 13)
   • Dietary laws and tithing (Deuteronomy 14)
   • Sabbatical year and freeing of slaves (Deuteronomy 15)
   • Annual festivals: Passover, Feast of Weeks, and Feast of Booths (Deuteronomy 16)
5. Laws on Leadership and Justice (Deuteronomy 16:18-18:22)
   • Appointment of judges and justice in the community (Deuteronomy 16:18-20)
   • Regulations for kings (Deuteronomy 17)
   • Provisions for priests and Levites (Deuteronomy 18:1-8)
   • Prohibition of pagan practices and prophecy concerning a future prophet (Deuteronomy 18:9-22)
6. Laws for Warfare and Social Justice (Deuteronomy 19-25)
   • Cities of refuge for accidental manslayers (Deuteronomy 19)
   • Laws for war, including sparing fruit trees and treatment of captives (Deuteronomy 20-21)
   • Regulations on various social justice matters: inheritance, treatment of animals, marriage laws, fair business practices, etc. (Deuteronomy 22-25)
7. Firstfruits and Tithes (Deuteronomy 26)
   • Offering of firstfruits to acknowledge God's provision
   • Command to bring tithes to the Lord every third year
   • Call to keep the commandments as part of the covenant relationship with God

III. Covenant Blessings and Curses (Deuteronomy 27-30)

1. The Covenant Ceremony on Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim (Deuteronomy 27)
   • Command to build an altar on Mount Ebal and write the Law on stones
   • Pronouncement of curses for disobedience from Mount Ebal and blessings from Mount Gerizim
2. The Blessings for Obedience (Deuteronomy 28:1-14)
   • Promises of prosperity, victory, and divine favor for obedience to God’s commandments
3. The Curses for Disobedience (Deuteronomy 28:15-68)
   • Warnings of calamity, disease, defeat, and exile for disobedience to God's covenant
4. The Renewal of the Covenant (Deuteronomy 29-30)
   • A formal renewal of the covenant with the new generation
   • Assurance of God's mercy and restoration if the people return to Him after exile (Deuteronomy 30)

IV. The Final Words of Moses (Deuteronomy 31-34)

1. Moses’ Final Instructions (Deuteronomy 31)
   • Joshua appointed as Moses' successor
   • Command to read the Law regularly to all Israel
   • God predicts Israel’s future rebellion and Moses writes the Law in a book
2. The Song of Moses (Deuteronomy 32)
   • A prophetic song recounting God's faithfulness and Israel's future unfaithfulness
   • A call to remember the covenant and consequences of disobedience
3. Moses’ Blessing of the Tribes (Deuteronomy 33)
   • Moses blesses each of the tribes of Israel before his death
   • Final encouragement and praise for God’s protection and faithfulness
4. The Death of Moses (Deuteronomy 34)
   • Moses views the Promised Land from Mount Nebo
   • Moses dies at 120 years old, and God buries him
   • Joshua takes leadership, and Israel mourns the death of Moses

1. Covenant Renewal and Review of History (Deuteronomy 1-4)

• Retelling Israel’s Journey: Moses recounts the events from Egypt to the edge of the Promised Land, focusing on God’s faithfulness despite Israel’s rebellion.
• Lessons from Past Failures: He reminds them of key moments like the spies' report and wandering in the wilderness to caution them against disobedience.
• Call to Obedience: Obedience is essential for life, blessing, and success in the Promised Land.

2. The Shema: Love and Loyalty to God (Deuteronomy 6)

• The Shema (Deut. 6:4-5): “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and might.” This forms the heart of Israel’s faith.
• Teaching the Law: Parents are instructed to teach God's law diligently to their children, binding it to every part of life.
• Exclusive Loyalty: Israel is warned not to follow other gods and to love and fear the Lord alone.

3. The Ten Commandments and Covenant Law (Deuteronomy 5-11)

• Repetition of the Ten Commandments: The core principles of the covenant are restated.
• Blessings for Obedience: Obeying God’s law will bring blessings, life, and prosperity.
• Consequences of Disobedience: Turning away from God will result in curses and judgment.

4. Laws for Worship, Justice, and Society (Deuteronomy 12-26)

• Centralized Worship: God commands that worship should take place only at the place He chooses, avoiding idolatrous practices (Deut. 12).
• Justice and Leadership: Laws for judges, kings, and priests promote fairness and accountability.
• Protection for the Vulnerable: Special attention is given to the poor, widows, orphans, and foreigners, reflecting God’s concern for justice and compassion.
• Tithes and Offerings: Laws on giving remind Israel to honor God with their possessions and care for the needy.

5. Blessings, Curses, and Covenant Renewal (Deuteronomy 27-30)

• Mount Gerizim and Mount Ebal: The people will pronounce blessings on those who obey the law and curses on those who disobey (Deut. 27-28).
• The Covenant Confirmed: The people are called to renew their covenant with God before entering the Promised Land.
• Choose Life: Moses urges Israel to choose life by loving and obeying God (Deut. 30:19-20).

6. Moses' Farewell and Leadership Transition (Deuteronomy 31-34)

• Joshua Appointed as Leader: Moses commissions Joshua to lead the people into the Promised Land.
• The Song of Moses: A poetic song warns of future rebellion but assures that God’s mercy will remain.
• Moses’ Blessing on the Tribes: Before his death, Moses blesses each of the twelve tribes of Israel.
• Moses' Death: The book concludes with the death of Moses on Mount Nebo, where he sees the Promised Land but cannot enter.