How were the writings of the book of Deuteronomy used by other, later, old testament writers? In what way did other writings repeat and expand on the same themes? How did the book of Deuteronomy inform Josiah's reform, Daniel's prayer for release from captivity, or calls to repentance from the prophets? What does this book show us about forgiveness and mercy?

Who are we suffering to teach? Who informs the way we think? The way we live? The way we relate to each other? Or how we meet the challenges of life? If not God, then who? Based on Revelation 2:18-24.

How has the theme of free choice been a factor throughout the books of the Bible? Why did God create free moral agents? In what way is the test of Adam an Eve similar to the challenges we face today? What does God require of us in the Covenant obligations? How does choice play a role in the covenant relationship?

What is the relationship between law and grace for Old Covenant Jews and New Covenant Christians? Is there a difference? What is the purpose of law? Does salvation by grace excuse disobedience? Why does God want to free us from lawlessness?

Why did God make Israel a great nation? How was their law and lifestyle to be a blessing and witness to other nations? How does God's Word become a blessing in the Christian's life? Why did Moses warn not to take away or add to God's Word? What lessons can we take from the Baal Peor incident about cleaving to God?

Is there a connection between religion and treatment of others? Does God care about the poor and marginalized? How did God's commandments make Israel a different kind of society and what lessons can we as Christians learn from that today?

What is the ultimate rest? How can we rest in Christ in times of difficulty, uncertainty, and hardship? How does prophecy help us rest in Christ? Why do the dead rest in peace?

Jesus as the Prince of Peace warned that there would sometimes be division. How can we find rest when we constantly deal with selfishness, ambition, and hypocrisy? In what way does Christ uproot restlessness in our lives and in our world? How can we enjoy rest in him? Can rest be found in the new age religions or mysticism? How does Christ make the difference?

How did restlessness lead to rebellion in the wilderness? How did Moses react? How did God respond? How can we deal with restlessness in our Christian experience today? What is the difference between faith and presumption? Why do so many people get it wrong?

What are the benefits of the New Covenant life? Can Christians really have joy? What does the New Covenant do about guilt? What does it mean to have a new heart? Can life only be enjoyed in eternity future? What kind of life can we have now and what purpose does it have?