In this message from Deuteronomy 12, Treavor Kamstra reflects on Moses’ final words to Israel before they entered the Promised Land. He points out how remarkable it is that Moses, once slow of speech, delivered three long sermons filled with passion, clarity, and urgency—evidence of God’s transforming work in his life.
The chapter emphasizes God’s command for His people to worship Him in the way He appoints, not according to their own preferences or the practices of surrounding nations. Moses warns Israel to destroy idolatry completely and to honor the place where God Himself would put His name.
Treavor connects this to the Christian life today: we too must guard against shaping worship by culture, convenience, or personal taste. Instead, true worship is centered on God’s Word, God’s way, and God’s chosen provision in Christ.
Key Points:
Deuteronomy is Moses’ farewell message—an exhortation before entering the Promised Land.
God calls His people to worship Him in His way, not after the nations around them.
Idolatry must be rooted out completely.
True worship is God-centered, Christ-focused, and obedient to His Word.
Call to Action:
Examine your heart and worship—are you shaping it according to God’s Word, or according to your own desires? God calls us to worship Him in the place, and in the way, that He has chosen—through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Would you like me to also create a matching thumbnail image for this sermon (without text) that reflects Moses’ final exhortation and God’s call to true worship?