Discover the choice between blessings and curses, life and death, in this updated edition of The Message of Deuteronomy, part of the Bible Speaks Today series of commentaries.

On the Plains of Moab Moses looks to the future, forecasting the challenges that the coming generations of Israel will face and applying God's covenant word to new situations. In this clear, cogent exposition, Raymond Brown guides us to hear and appreciate the timeless relevance of The Message of Deuteronomy. He illuminates the meaning Deuteronomy still carries for Christians today, showing us how God's law comes alive again – as a guide to good living, a call to wholehearted repentance, and a promise of healing restoration under God's merciful hand. Part of the loved and trusted The Bible Speaks Today series of commentaries, The Message of Deuteronomy offers an insightful, readable exposition of the Biblical text and thought-provoking discussion of how it relates to contemporary life. Used by Bible students and teachers around the world, The Bible Speaks Today commentaries are ideal for anyone studying or preaching Deuteronomy looking to get a better grasp on the text. This beautifully redesigned edition has also been sensitively updated to include modern references and use the NIV Bible text. Readable and reliable, The Message of Deuteronomy is a book for anyone looking for a commentary on Deuteronomy that makes clear its meaning both in its original context and for twenty-first century readers.