Pastor Jason concludes a 26-sermon series on Deuteronomy, covering the final actions of Moses, including handing leadership to Joshua, writing a song as a witness against Israel’s future disobedience, and blessing the tribes. He emphasizes Moses’ confidence in God despite his inability to enter the Promised Land due to disobedience. The sermon highlights the importance of trusting and obeying God, as well as the significance of the song’s message. Pastor Jason reflects on the longing for a prophet like Moses and identifies Jesus as the greater Moses, who brings eternal life and blessings.

Farewell to Deuteronomy and Moses

• Pastor Jason reflects on the completion of the Deuteronomy sermon series, which began in July 2025, covering 26 sermons over six months.
• Pastor Jason thanks the congregation for their support and mentions the significance of completing the Torah, the first five books of Moses.
• He announces the focus of the final sermons on chapters 31 to 34, highlighting Moses’ final actions, including handing over leadership to Joshua, writing a song, and giving blessings to the people.

Confidence in God: Succession to Joshua

• Pastor Jason explains the succession of leadership from Moses to Joshua, emphasizing the importance of trusting God rather than Moses.
• Moses encourages the Israelites to be strong and courageous, trusting God to lead them into the Promised Land.
• Joshua is summoned and commanded to lead the people into the land promised by God, with God’s presence and support assured.
• The language used in this passage is similar to that in Joshua 1, highlighting the continuity and trust in God’s promises.

Command to Obey God: The Law and Its Importance

• Pastor Jason discusses the importance of obeying God’s law, as commanded by Moses in Deuteronomy 31.
• The law is to be read every seven years at the Feast of Booths, ensuring that all Israelites, young and old, hear and learn to fear the Lord.
• The commandment to obey God is presented as a crucial aspect of trusting and following God’s will.
• Pastor Jason reflects on the significance of knowing and obeying God’s word, emphasizing its role in guiding the people.

Commissioning of Joshua: The Tent of Meeting

• Pastor Jason describes the commissioning of Joshua in the Tent of Meeting, where God’s visible presence is indicated by a pillar of cloud.
• God warns Moses that Israel will whore after foreign gods, necessitating the writing of a song as a witness against Israel.
• Despite the warning of disobedience, God commissions Joshua to lead the people into the Promised Land, reiterating His presence and support.
• Pastor Jason reflects on the passage’s relevance to his own future, considering the day he will hand over his pastoral ministry.

The Song of Moses: A Witness Against Israel

• Pastor Jason introduces the significance of the song written by Moses, which serves as a witness against Israel’s future disobedience.
• The song contrasts the greatness and goodness of God with the folly and wickedness of Israel, emphasizing God’s choice and blessing of Israel.
• The song’s movements include the election of Israel, their sin against God, the punishment they will face, and the lesson they must learn.
• Pastor Jason explains the historical and future implications of the song, highlighting its role in reminding Israel of their covenant with God.

The Blessings of Israel: Deuteronomy 33

• Pastor Jason outlines the blessings given by Moses to each tribe of Israel in Deuteronomy 33, summarizing the highlights with the help of ChatGPT.
• The blessings emphasize God’s faithfulness, the fulfillment of His promises, and the ultimate supremacy of God.
• Pastor Jason reflects on the significance of these blessings, noting that Moses’ confidence in God’s promises remains strong.
• The blessings serve as a reminder of God’s covenant with Israel and His commitment to fulfill His promises.

Moses’ Final View of the Promised Land

• Pastor Jason describes Moses’ final view of the Promised Land from Mount Nebo, where he sees the land but is not allowed to enter it.
• Moses’ exclusion from entering the Promised Land is due to his disobedience in striking the rock instead of speaking to it.
• The scene is set for Joshua to lead the people into the Promised Land, with Moses’ blessing and God’s presence guiding them.
• Pastor Jason reflects on the significance of Moses’ final actions, emphasizing the continuity of God’s leadership and promises.

The Longing for Another Prophet Like Moses

• Pastor Jason discusses the longing for another prophet like Moses, as expressed in Deuteronomy and the Torah.
• The author hints at the need for a greater prophet, suggesting a prophecy of a future prophet who will be like Moses.
• Pastor Jason identifies Jesus Christ as the greater Moses, fulfilling the prophecy and bringing greater blessings and salvation.
• The comparison highlights the unique role of Jesus in leading His people into the eternal Promised Land.

The Greater Moses: Jesus Christ

• Pastor Jason contrasts Moses and Jesus, emphasizing Jesus as the greater Moses who brings greater blessings and salvation.
• Jesus’ resurrection and eternal life are highlighted as superior to Moses’ earthly life and death.
• The title of the sermon is changed to “Farewell, Moses, Oh Come Lord Jesus,” reflecting the ultimate purpose of the Torah and Deuteronomy.
• Pastor Jason prays for the congregation to turn from sin and believe in Jesus Christ, emphasizing the promise of blessing and eternal life.