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Deuteronomy 12, Psalm 97‐98, Isaiah 40, Revelation 10

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Deuteronomy 12: God commands Israel to destroy pagan worship sites and to bring offerings only to the place He chooses for His name to dwell. Psalm 97–98: The Lord reigns in righteousness and justice, and all creation is called to rejoice in His power and coming judgment. Isaiah 40: God comforts His people, declares His eternal power, and promises renewed strength to those who trust in Him. Revelation 10: A mighty angel announces the fulfillment of God’s mystery, and John is told to eat a scroll and continue prophesying.


Deuteronomy 11, Psalm 95‐96, Isaiah 39, Revelation 9

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Deuteronomy 11: Moses urges Israel to remember God's mighty works and choose blessing through wholehearted obedience and love for the Lord. Psalm 95–96: God's people are called to worship Him with joy and awe, recognizing His unmatched greatness and coming righteous judgment. Isaiah 39: Hezekiah's prideful display to Babylon leads to Isaiah’s prophecy of future exile and loss for Judah. Revelation 9: The fifth and sixth trumpets unleash terrifying judgment, yet humanity refuses to repent of idolatry and evil.


Deuteronomy 10, Psalm 94, Isaiah 38, Revelation 8

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Deuteronomy 10: God renews His covenant with Israel, reminding them to love, revere, and obey Him with wholehearted devotion. Psalm 94: The psalmist calls on God to judge the wicked and declares Him a refuge for the righteous in troubled times. Isaiah 38: Hezekiah prays for healing and God extends his life by fifteen years, prompting a personal song of gratitude. Revelation 8: The seventh seal is opened, leading to silence and the sounding of the first four trumpets, unleashing catastrophic judgment on the earth.


Deuteronomy 9, Psalm 92-93, Isaiah 37, Revelation 7

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Deuteronomy 9: Moses reminds Israel that their inheritance is due to God's promise, not their righteousness, and recounts their rebellion and God's mercy. Psalm 92–93: The Lord is praised for His faithful love, justice, and eternal reign over all creation. Isaiah 37: Hezekiah prays for deliverance, and God answers through Isaiah, miraculously defeating the Assyrian army. Revelation 7: God seals 144,000 from Israel and reveals a great multitude of redeemed worshipers from every nation standing before the throne.


Deuteronomy 8, Psalm 91, Isaiah 36, Revelation 6

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Deuteronomy 8: Israel is reminded to remember God's provision in the wilderness and warned not to become proud or forget Him in prosperity. Psalm 91: God promises protection, deliverance, and long life to those who trust and dwell in His presence. Isaiah 36: The Assyrian king threatens Jerusalem, mocking their faith in God and offering false promises of peace. Revelation 6: As the Lamb opens six seals, judgment unfolds with conquest, war, famine, death, martyrdom, and cosmic upheaval.


For the Church: The Church’s Identity and Mission

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In this episode of Sermon Notes, Wade Owens – Campus and Teaching Pastor at The Church at Nolensville – and David Hannah – Campus and Teaching Pastor at The Church at Lockeland Springs – kick off a new nine-week series diving into the Book of Acts called "For the Church."


Deuteronomy 7, Psalm 90, Isaiah 35, Revelation 5

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Deuteronomy 7: Israel is commanded to destroy idol-worshiping nations, remain separate, and trust God’s covenant love and protection. Psalm 90: Moses reflects on God's eternal nature, humanity’s frailty, and pleads for mercy, wisdom, and lasting purpose. Isaiah 35: God promises joy, healing, and a holy way for the redeemed as they return to Zion in everlasting gladness. Revelation 5: The Lamb who was slain is found worthy to open the scroll, and all creation worships Him with praise.


Deuteronomy 6, Psalm 89, Isaiah 34, Revelation 4

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Deuteronomy 6: Israel is called to love God fully, teach His commands to their children, and remain faithful in the promised land. Psalm 89: Ethan the Ezrahite praises God's covenant with David but laments its apparent abandonment and pleads for restoration. Isaiah 34: God pronounces devastating judgment on the nations, especially Edom, turning its land into a desolate wasteland. Revelation 4: John sees a vision of God's heavenly throne, surrounded by worship, glory, and unceasing praise from living creatures and elders.


Deuteronomy 5, Psalm 88, Isaiah 33, Revelation 3

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Deuteronomy 5: Moses repeats the Ten Commandments and reminds Israel to obey God fully for their good in the promised land. Psalm 88: The psalmist cries out from deep despair, feeling abandoned and overwhelmed by sorrow and isolation. Isaiah 33: The Lord rises to judge the wicked and protect the righteous, promising peace, justice, and forgiveness in Zion. Revelation 3: Jesus speaks to the churches in Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, urging repentance, perseverance, and wholehearted faith.


Deuteronomy 4, Psalm 86-87, Isaiah 32, Revelation 2

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Deuteronomy 4: Moses urges Israel to obey God’s commands, avoid idolatry, and remember the Lord’s unique power and covenant. Psalm 86-87: David prays for mercy and declares God’s greatness, while Psalm 87 celebrates Zion as the joy and birthplace of all nations. Isaiah 32: A future righteous king is promised, bringing justice, peace, and restoration after judgment and desolation. Revelation 2: Jesus addresses four churches, commending their faithfulness and calling them to repent and overcome for eternal reward.


Deuteronomy 3, Psalm 85, Isaiah 31, Revelation 1

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Deuteronomy 3: Israel defeats King Og and takes possession of his land, dividing it among the eastern tribes and commissioning Joshua to lead the people forward. Psalm 85: The psalmist pleads for restoration, celebrating God’s past mercy and anticipating renewed peace and righteousness. Isaiah 31: God rebukes reliance on Egypt for military aid and promises to defend Jerusalem Himself. Revelation 1: John receives a vision of the risen Christ and is instructed to write what he sees to the seven churches.


Deuteronomy 2, Psalm 83-84, Isaiah 30, Jude 1

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Deuteronomy 2: Israel journeys through the wilderness respecting the lands of Esau, Moab, and Ammon as instructed by God. Psalm 83-84: God is petitioned to act against enemies of Israel, while Psalm 84 expresses deep longing and joy in God's presence. Isaiah 30: Israel is warned against trusting Egypt instead of God, yet promised mercy and future restoration. Jude 1: Believers are urged to contend for the faith amid ungodly infiltrators, with reminders of God’s past judgment and future justice.