Deuteronomy 32:44

“Moses came with Joshua son of Nun and recited all the words of this song in the presence of the people.”

The leadership transition from Moses to Joshua had begun. It would be Joshua that would lead God’s People into the Promised Land. Moses would ‘see it’ but not enter into it. Then Moses charged the people with this…

Deuteronomy 32:45-47

“When Moses finished reciting all these words to all Israel, he said to them, “Take to heart all the words I have solemnly declared to you this day, so that you may command your children to obey carefully all the words of this law. They are not just idle words for you—they are your life. By them you will live long in the land you are crossing the Jordan to possess.””

1. ‘Take to heart’. Listen intently to what you have heard for these are not just ‘idle words’ or ‘empty words’ (ESV). They are your very life! 

2. .Command your children’ to carefully obey these words. Step into your God given role as a parent / grandparent and command your children to obey God. 

The charge of Moses was clear and consistent.