Thematic Bible: The lord proving
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The anger of Jehovah was hot against Israel. He said: Because this people have transgressed my covenant, which I commanded their fathers, and have not listened to my voice; I will not drive out any of the nations that Joshua left when he died. That through them I may test Israel, to see whether they will keep the way of Jehovah and walk in it as their fathers did. read more.
Therefore Jehovah left those nations, without driving them out. He did not deliver them into the hand of Joshua.
Therefore Jehovah left those nations, without driving them out. He did not deliver them into the hand of Joshua.
If a prophet or an interpreter of dreams appears among you and gives you a sign or a wonder (portent) (omen) (forecast of the future), in order to lead you to worship and serve gods that you have not worshiped before, and even if what they promise comes true, do not listen to them. Jehovah your God is allowing them to test you. He will then know that you love Jehovah with all your heart.
Examine me, O Jehovah, and test me. Look closely (deeply) into my heart and mind.
The people heard the thunder and the trumpet blast. They saw the lightning and the smoking mountain. They trembled with fear and stood at a distance. They said to Moses: If you speak to us, we will listen. However, we are afraid that if God speaks to us, we will die. Moses responded: Do not be afraid. God has only come to test you and to inspire you to obey him, so that you will not sin.
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