Daily Readings in the Bible Deuteronomy 11-13

The Lord had given specific instructions concerning Israel’s worship. For instance, the Tabernacle was the ordained place of worship (Deut. 12:5;18). Upon entering the Promised Land, Israel wasn’t to forsake God’s instructions and adopt the Canaanite’s way of worship. Therefore, the Lord told them to tear down the Canaanite’s altars, pillars, and idols (Deut. 12:3).

Furthermore, the central location of the Tabernacle fostered unity and gave focus to the religious life of Israel. Strange...