“Indeed, He loves His people; all His holy ones are in His hands. They follow in His steps and accept His teaching.” (v.3)
In chapter 33 Moses gives the children of Israel words of hope, encouragement, prosperity and direction, before he goes to be with the LORD. While his blessing was definitely spoken to the 12 tribes of Israel, I believe the same promises of love and protection can be applied to us today.
As believers in Christ, we are His beloved (Romans 9:25,11:28), loved as His children (Romans 8:15), heirs to the kingdom (Romans 8:17) and protected by His hand (Psalm 37:24, 136:12). We then, as His people by the grace of the gospel, follow in His footsteps and are guided by His teachings.
The Truth: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
