Moses delivers his final address to the nation. He reiterates all that God has given Him to say. He reminds the nation of God's perfections and expectations for them. He stresses the fact that they have not proven themselves to be as faithful as hoped in the past; and asks that fact to spur them to more diligent obedience in the future. God had been so good to Israel, blessing them with protection, provision and His presence; yet the nation had responded arrogantly, not thankfully. God would reward His followers and His enemies in due time, each receiving what was just for their actions toward Him.
Moses then blessed the people, each by their tribe. He asked for God's continued favor and blessing to be their experience. He then ascended into a mountainous place to which God directed him where he observed the Promised Land and then died. Joshua was now the leader of the nation. The people were at the verge of another great chapter in their history. Would this chapter be any different with regards to their obedience to the Lord?
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