Deuteronomy: A Villain Origin Story?

Before the Israelites ever step into the Promised Land, Moses hits pause and gives one long, heartfelt reminder: don’t forget God.

In this episode, we zoom out and talk about Deuteronomy as a whole—not as a list of rules, but as a moment of deep spiritual tension. A people on the edge of promise, a leader who won’t be going with them, and a God who knows how easy it is for faith to turn into habit… and then into performance.

We unpack why Deuteronomy sounds repetitive, why God keeps saying remember, and how this book quietly sets the stage for future faith crises—including the rise of the Pharisees. What happens when remembering God turns into managing Him? When obedience replaces intimacy? When faith becomes more about control than trust?

This is a conversation about memory, fear, love, and what it looks like to carry God with you into a new season—without losing your heart along the way.

If you’ve ever felt like your faith got complicated, heavy, or overly rule-focused… this one’s for you.