Deuteronomy 24

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | SEPTEMBER 20, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 24, which reveals God’s concern for human dignity, showing that every person is worthy of respect regardless of their circumstances, status, failures, or needs. Through instructions concerning marriage, poverty, work, justice, sickness, and care for the vulnerable, God calls His people not simply to change their behavior, but to develop hearts that consistently recognize and protect the dignity of others.

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Deuteronomy 24

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1. What does it mean to recognize that every person has dignity and is “worthy of respect” because they are made in the image of God?

2. How does knowing that dignity is not earned and cannot be removed by wrongdoing change the way you view people who have made serious mistakes?

3. In what relationships or situations are you most tempted to overlook or diminish someone else’s dignity?

4. Deuteronomy 24 repeatedly protects people who are vulnerable. Who are the vulnerable people around you whose dignity you have an opportunity to protect?

5. How can you show dignity to people experiencing poverty, hunger, poor health, or financial hardship without treating them as inferior or simply as a problem to solve?

6. What do the instructions concerning workers and wages teach you about showing dignity to people who work for or serve you?

7. How might the principle of leaving some of the harvest for the hungry challenge the way you think about your own possessions and resources?

8. The notes emphasize that biblical examples of dignity involve people using their ability or position to protect the dignity of others. Where has God given you influence that you could use in this way?

9. Consider the question from the message: “If dignity is seen in the Bible, is it seen in your life?” What evidence would someone see in your everyday relationships?

10. The message concludes that showing dignity requires more than changing our habits—it requires a heart change shaped by prayer. What attitudes toward others do you need to ask God to change in you?

Deuteronomy 23

PASTOR LOGAN GEORGE | SEPTEMBER 13, 2026

In this message, Pastor Logan teaches from Deuteronomy 23, which reveals that God’s boundaries for His people were designed to create a community marked by holiness, integrity, refuge, generosity, and faithfulness in both significant and ordinary parts of life. While the chapter draws lines around who could enter Israel’s worshiping assembly, it ultimately points toward the grace of Jesus, who brings those who were once “far off” near and invites us to extend that same grace to others.

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Deuteronomy 23

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1. Deuteronomy 23 shows that God cares about holiness in both significant and ordinary areas of life. What are some “ordinary” areas where it can be easy to forget that God is present?

2. How does knowing that we were once “far off” but have been brought near through Jesus affect the way we view people who may feel like outsiders?

3. Israel was commanded to provide refuge for a runaway slave rather than sending that person back. What would it look like for your home, church, or small group to become a place of genuine refuge for others?

4. Where in your life are you most tempted to behave differently when you think no one is watching?

5. The laws about lending and gathering food balance generosity with personal responsibility. Which is more difficult for you: generously sharing what you have or being content with what you need?

6. Why do you think God places such importance on keeping our promises? Is there a commitment you’ve made that you need to take more seriously?

7. What is the difference between healthy, God-given boundaries and boundaries that unnecessarily keep people at a distance?

8. Isaiah 56 and Acts 8 show someone once considered an outsider being fully welcomed into God’s people. What does this teach us about the reach of God’s grace?

9. Is there a person or group you have difficulty extending grace toward? How might remembering the grace Jesus extended to you change your response to them?

10. Looking at the whole chapter, which theme challenges you most right now—holiness, refuge, generosity, integrity, keeping your word, or welcoming outsiders? What is one practical step you could take this week?

Deuteronomy 22

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | SEPTEMBER 6, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 22, which presents a variety of laws and scenarios that share a common theme: God is the true owner of creation, and His people are called to be faithful stewards rather than seizing what is not theirs. From caring for a neighbor’s property to honoring relationships and covenants, the chapter calls God’s people to live with restraint, responsibility, and devotion, remembering that everything entrusted to us ultimately belongs to Him.

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Deuteronomy 22

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1. God is the Creator of all things, and we are stewards of His creation which has been entrusted to us. To think otherwise is considered stealing from God. How does the idea that God is the true owner of creation change the way we think about the things we call our own?

2. The Israelites were instructed to wear tassels (v.12) as a daily reminder that they belonged to God. What reminders could we build into our lives to help us remember our devotion to Christ?

3. Loving our neighbors is godly obligation to live in community with one another. Deuteronomy 22:1–4 teaches that we should not ignore a neighbor who has experienced loss. What responsibilities do we have toward others simply because we are part of a community?

4. Our home belong to the Lord. We must protect and care for it and those in it from the schemes of the enemy. How does viewing your home as something entrusted to you by God affect your responsibility to protect and care for the people within it?

5. We are called to not mix common with holy. How we act should be consistent no matter where we are. Are there areas of your life that need to come in alignment with God’s will?

6. We will have to give an account one day for all that God has given us to steward. In what ways can you be a better steward of all that God has entrusted to you?

Deuteronomy 21

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | AUGUST 30, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 21, which reveals God’s deep concern for protecting the vulnerable—including individuals, families, communities, and even the land—from the destructive effects of sin. These laws ultimately point to Christ, who became the curse in our place, and call God’s people to care for the vulnerable not merely from obligation, but because disciples imitate the character and compassion of God.

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Deuteronomy 21

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1. How does Deuteronomy 21 reveal God’s concern for people who are vulnerable or unable to protect themselves?

2. Who are the vulnerable people in your life or community that God may be calling you to notice and care for?

3. What does the idea of purging guilt rather than storing it teach you about confession, repentance, and forgiveness?

4. How can personal sin affect more than just the individual who commits it—impacting families, communities, and others around them?

5. What can the protections given to the captive woman teach us about treating people with dignity rather than taking advantage of their vulnerability?

6. How can personal preferences or conflicts within a family unintentionally cause children or other family members to become vulnerable?

7. What does the rebellious son passage teach about the consequences of persistent rebellion and refusing to repent?

8. Where in your life might God be calling you to move beyond simply recognizing vulnerability to actively protecting or caring for someone?

9. How does knowing that Christ became the curse and took your place change the way you understand the consequences of your own sin?

10. What would it look like for you to care for the vulnerable not because of moral obligation or social pressure, but because you are imitating God and following Christ?

Deuteronomy 20

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | AUGUST 23, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 20, which teaches that God’s people are called to face conflict with courage, proper priorities, and confidence in God’s presence and victory. While the battlefield has changed for believers today, the spiritual war continues against sin, fear, and inward rebellion, and we fight with God’s Word, prayer, and worship—walking in the victory Christ has already won.

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Deuteronomy 20

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1. As we encounter conflict in our lives, one of the first instincts is to feel fearful.  Are you currently facing a conflict or trial that has caused fear to rise up in your heart and mind?

2. God promises us in His Word that He is with us, no matter what we’re facing.  How  have you felt God’s presence in your life as you have encountered struggle or conflict?

3. We face spiritual warfare daily (1 Peter 5:8).  However, we must remember that Christ has already won the war.  Take courage!  How does this truth change your perspective as you face daily challenges?

4. Taking inventory of your life, (home, work, relationships, worship, etc.) do you see  your priorities lining up with God’s Word or needing adjusting?

5. Conflict is unavoidable, but we should approach each conflict with the desire for peace.  Do you find yourself picking battles with others or searching for ways to make peace?

6. God has not called us into slavery, but rather into freedom.  Christ has come to set us free from the enemy, death and sin.  Have you surrendered your heart and life to Christ?  In what ways has that decision changed your life?  If you haven’t made that decision, would you be willing to make it today and begin your journey with Christ?

7. There is a right way and a wrong way to face the battles in our lives.  Before we enter into a battle or conflict, it is imperative that we use the weapons given to us – God’s Word, prayer and worship.  How have you incorporated these weapons into your daily life?

8. We are called to live in victory and peace because Christ has won the war for us.  Knowing this, how will this impact your walk with Him as you face this week?

Deuteronomy 18-19

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | AUGUST 16, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 18-19, which reveals God’s desire for His people to live in a community shaped by dependence on Him, obedience to His Word, justice, and truth. Through priests, prophets, cities of refuge, and laws concerning witnesses, God points His people toward Christ—the ultimate Prophet and refuge—and calls them to reflect His character by speaking truth and rejecting deception.

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Deuteronomy 18-19

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1. How does the relationship between the Levites and the people of Israel demonstrate the importance of mutual dependence, humility, and generosity within God’s community?

2. What voices or influences are you tempted to trust instead of allowing God’s Word to guide your decisions?

3. How can you evaluate whether a message or teaching is truly consistent with God’s Word and leads you closer to Him?

4. What does Jesus being the fulfillment of the promised prophet like Moses teach you about the importance of listening to and obeying Him?

5. How does the picture of the cities of refuge deepen your understanding of Jesus as your refuge from judgment and punishment?

6. Knowing that you are secure in Christ, how should that change the way you speak, live, and relate to others?

7. Why do you think God places such serious consequences on both false prophecy and false testimony?

8. Where are you most tempted to use half-truths, exaggerations, omissions, or deception rather than simply speaking the truth?

9. What would it look like in your everyday relationships to follow Jesus’ instruction to let your “yes” be “yes” and your “no” be “no”?

10. The notes conclude with the challenge to “Choose God with Your Words.” What is one specific way your words could better reflect God’s truth and character this week?

Deuteronomy 16-17

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | AUGUST 9, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 16-17, which reminds God's people to order every part of life around Him—through rhythms of worship, His definitions of justice and holiness, and humble submission to the authority structures He establishes. Moses emphasizes that God alone sets the standards, seasons, and boundaries for His people, and true freedom is found not in redefining them, but in trusting Christ and living within the life-giving limits He provides.

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Deuteronomy 16-17

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1. As we study the festivals God commanded the Israelites to celebrate, we see their purpose, order, and connection to Christ.  What stands out to you most as you read this passage?

2. When planning our daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly calendars, what important events should we prioritize first? Is daily time with God first on our calendar? What about weekly corporate worship or monthly and annual worship events?  

3. Our calendars should not revolve around work, vacations, or hobbies more than our times of worship, both personal and corporate. As you reflect on your personal calendar and priorities, what do you sense God is asking you to change or adjust?

4. We are always called to live in a way that is pleasing to the Lord. If we knew Jesus was coming within the next few months, how would that change the way we live each day?

5. All authority and power belong to God. He has entrusted us with earthly authority and responsibilities in our homes, workplaces, churches, communities, and other areas of life.  How are we handling those responsibilities?  Are we following God’s instruction, or are we trying to do things our own way and in our own power?

6. God’s instruction to us through His Word does not enslave us; rather, it sets us free.  Living outside His boundaries brings chaos and crisis. How have you seen obedience to God’s instructions bring greater freedom into your life?

Deuteronomy 14-15

PASTOR MARSHALL OCHS | AUGUST 2, 2026

In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Deuteronomy 14-15, which emphasizes that God's people are called to live differently because they belong to Him, allowing their identity in Christ to shape how they treat their bodies, consume food, handle money, care for others, and order their lives. The sermon highlights that the Old Testament instructions point to enduring principles of holiness, generosity, and Sabbath rhythms, ultimately calling believers to choose God in every area of daily life by living with open-handed compassion, grateful worship, and the confidence that they are chosen and forgiven.

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Deuteronomy 14-15

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1. What areas of your daily life most clearly reflect that you belong to God, and where do you need to grow in living differently from the world?

2. How can you honor God with your body in both your actions and the way you respond to grief, suffering, or loss?

3. In what ways can your eating habits become a reminder that you belong to Christ rather than simply an act of consumption?

4. Is there anything in your lifestyle that has begun to "consume you" instead of helping you honor God? What practical changes could you make?

5. How does viewing generosity—not obligation—as the heart behind giving change your perspective on your finances?

6. When you encounter someone in need, is your first instinct generosity or hesitation? What does that reveal about your heart?

7. Jesus connected a "healthy eye" with generosity. How would you describe your outlook toward others when it comes to sharing your resources?

8. What rhythms of rest, margin, or Sabbath do you currently practice, and how do they help you trust God instead of relying only on yourself?

9. Which of the three areas highlighted in the conclusion—your diet, your finances, or your calendar—is the most difficult for you to fully surrender to God? Why?

10. The message concludes by reminding us that we are chosen and forgiven. How should that identity shape the way you approach every decision this week, whether in your words, deeds, or daily habits?